Buyer - Manufacturing And Engineering

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Wanlip; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is looking for a Buyer for their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Leicester. This role includes managing the supplier base, strategic purchasing with senior management, and negotiating requirements. Ideal candidates will have experience in a similar position within manufacturing or engineering and a CIPS qualification. The position offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 per annum plus a bonus and benefits, with early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits

Bonus

Early finish on Fridays

Benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement position is essential.
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or production is required.
• Must be commutable to Leicester.

Responsibilities

• Manage and build supplier base.
• Work with senior management on strategic technical purchasing.
• Negotiate in line with company requirements.

Skills

Supplier management

Negotiation

Procurement processes

Education

CIPS qualification or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Buyer - Manufacturing and Engineering

£35,000 - £40,000 per annum + bonus + early finish + benefits

Monday – Thursday 8:15 am – 5:00 pm; Friday 8:15 am – 1:00 pm

Leicester (commutable from Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch, Castle Donnington, Coalville, Loughborough, Market Harborough, Melton Mowbray, Nuneaton, Oakham)

Are you looking to work for an industry leading manufacturer on high end projects?

Are you looking for a Buyer role that will offer early finishes on a Friday?

Due to continued growth on the back of securing exciting new projects, my client is looking to hire a Buyer to work in their state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Leicester. They hold an impressive list of high‑profile clients who they consistently deliver an array of technically challenging projects for.

Day‑to‑day the role will see you working with engineering drawings and ERP systems to oversee the whole procurement process start to finish. The ideal candidate will come from a similar role within a technical environment – think manufacturing, engineering or similar. You will also need to hold a CIPS qualification or equivalent.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a Buyer role for a great employer and an early finish on a Friday.

For more information please click apply and contact – Alex Harrison – REF 4703.

The Role

• Manage and build supplier base
• Work with senior management on strategic technical purchasing
• Negotiation in line with company requirements

The Candidate

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement position
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or production
• CIPS qualification or equivalent
• Commutable to Leicester

Elix Sourcing Solutions are a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying to this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.