Buyer Planner

Key Appointments UK Ltd; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting agency is looking for a Buyer / Planner in Leeds. The ideal candidate is commercially minded, with experience in buying or supply chain, strong negotiation skills, and solid IT competency. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive and innovative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell holiday scheme

Flexible hours and hybrid working

Support for professional development, including CIPS

Mental health initiatives, including free therapy and counselling

Physical wellbeing initiatives including active support and challenges

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a buying or supply chain role.
• Confidence to communicate effectively and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Negotiating with suppliers to secure the best pricing and terms.
• Managing stock levels in line with company objectives.
• Working closely with Sales and Business Managers, sharing market insights.
• Identifying and onboarding new products and suppliers.
• Providing accurate pricing for UK and Export teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building

Solid IT skills (Excel, Word, ERP/MRP)

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Supply Chain, or related discipline

Job description

Buyer / Planner

Full-Time | Permanent | Leeds

Are you a commercially minded Buyer / Purchasing Assistant with a knack for building supplier relationships and keeping supply chains moving?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where negotiation, planning, and problem-solving are part of everyday success?

What's on offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance with buy/sell holiday scheme.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working.
• A collaborative culture that values ideas and innovation.
• Support for professional development, including CIPS.
• Exposure to international suppliers and markets.
• Mental health initiatives, including free therapy and counselling.
• Physical wellbeing initiatives including active support and challenges.

What you'll be doing

• Negotiating with suppliers to secure the best pricing and terms.
• Managing stock levels in line with company objectives.
• Working closely with Sales and Business Managers, sharing market insights.
• Identifying and onboarding new products and suppliers.
• Providing accurate and timely pricing for UK and Export teams.
• Taking ownership of slow-moving or obsolete stock.

Your background

Must have:

• Previous experience in a buying or supply chain role.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Solid IT skills (Excel, Word, ERP/MRP).
• Confidence to communicate effectively and work under pressure.

Nice to have:

• Experience in the chemical or speciality distribution sector.
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it).
• A degree in Chemistry, Supply Chain, or a related discipline.

About the business

Our client is part of a wider international group supplying speciality chemicals that help shape industries from personal care to pharmaceuticals. They are proud to deliver innovative solutions that make a difference to everyday life.

You'll be joining a friendly and collaborative team with an innovative culture that values creativity, proactivity, and problem-solving. Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion are central to the organisation, with policies and support in place for all employees.

Next steps

If this sounds like the right role for you, please apply today with your CV.

If shortlisted, our client will contact you to discuss the role and your experience further. We will inform unsuccessful applicants once we receive an update from the client.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.