Buyer / Stock Controller

Aspion Drivers; Irlam; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Pension with 4% employer contribution

On-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Company events

Holiday purchase scheme

Job summary

Aspion in Greater Manchester (Irlam) is seeking a Buyer / Stock Controller to join their manufacturing team. You will manage purchasing of raw materials and site supplies, using SAP to control stock and supplier records, while building strong supplier relationships.

You'll work with production, logistics and finance to forecast demand, negotiate terms, and maintain supply continuity. The role is office-based, full-time, with typical Monday-Thursday hours and Friday finish.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing raw materials and site supplies to support production.
• Negotiating pricing, lead times and terms to ensure value and reliability.
• Using SAP to manage purchasing info, stock levels and supplier records.
• Monitoring stock requirements and supporting forecasting to meet demand.
• Building relationships with suppliers and identifying alternative sources.
• Coordinating deliveries with site teams to keep arrivals organised.

Skills

Purchasing

SAP

Negotiation

Stock control

Organisation

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

MS Excel

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.

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