Buyer / Stock Controller

AMA Admin; Irlam; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer contribution

25 days' annual leave

Holiday purchase scheme

On-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Aspion is seeking an experienced Buyer / Stock Controller in the Greater Manchester area. The role focuses on purchasing raw materials, packaging and site supplies, with hands-on SAP usage and close collaboration with production, logistics, finance and commercial teams.

You will manage stock levels, negotiate with suppliers and support forecasting to meet production demand, while building reliable supplier relationships. The role is office-based with standard UK hours.

Qualifications

• At least three years' purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Hands-on SAP experience is highly advantageous.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills.
• Experience managing stock and purchasing production materials.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and communication.

Responsibilities

• Procure raw materials, packaging, and site supplies.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and terms with suppliers.
• Use SAP to manage purchasing data, stock levels, and supplier records.
• Monitor stock requirements and support production forecasting.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; identify alternatives.
• Coordinate deliveries with site teams to ensure smooth arrivals.
• Maintain purchasing docs, MTDS and reports; track market trends.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Support wider purchasing needs across related functions.
• Attend supplier meetings, audits and industry events as required.

Skills

SAP experience

Purchasing experience

Stock control

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Communication

Organisation

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

Job description

Buyer / Stock Controller
Greater Manchester
Full Time | Permanent | Office Based

Manufacturing

ASPLIV

Are you an experienced Buyer or Purchasing professional with a background in manufacturing?

Do you have hands-on SAP experience and enjoy a varied role combining purchasing, supplier management and stock control?

Aspion Search are supporting an established manufacturer in their search for a Buyer / Stock Controller to join their team in Irlam.

With over 50 years in business, this manufacturer offers a supportive working environment, strong staff retention and opportunities to develop. You'll play a key role in keeping production supplied, managing stock and building reliable supplier relationships.

The Role

Reporting to the Lead Planner & Supply Chain Manager, you will manage the purchasing of raw materials, packaging and site supplies, working closely with production, logistics, commercial and finance teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Purchasing raw materials, including oils, chemicals and powders, alongside cardboard, steel and plastic packaging.
• Negotiating supplier pricing, lead times and supply terms to achieve value and maintain reliable supply.
• Using SAP to manage purchasing information, stock levels, pricing and supplier records.
• Monitoring stock requirements and supporting forecasting to meet production demand.
• Building relationships with existing suppliers and identifying alternative sources of supply.
• Coordinating supplier deliveries with site teams to keep arrivals organised.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing documentation, material data sheets and reports.
• Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Supporting wider purchasing requirements across production, maintenance and office functions.
• Attending supplier meetings, audits and industry events as required.

About You

• At least three years' purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven SAP experience is a huge advantage.
• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Experience managing stock and purchasing a range of production materials.
• Excellent organisation, attention to detail and spreadsheet skills.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work across different departments.
• A practical approach to problem solving, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a busy environment.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £32,000-£35,000, depending on experience.
• Monday to Thursday, 7:30am-4:00pm, with a 3:15pm finish on Fridays.
• Some flexibility around working hours may be considered for the right person.
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Pension with a 4% employer contribution.
• On-site parking.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Summer and Christmas company events.
• Structured support through one-to-one training and shadowing.
• Opportunities for growth and development.

If you're looking for a varied purchasing role where you can make an impact and develop within an established manufacturing business, apply today with your CV.

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