Senior Buyer

SF Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team in Nottingham. This pivotal role involves managing procurement projects, negotiating supplier agreements, and enhancing supplier performance. You'll have the opportunity to lead cost-saving initiatives and contribute to strategic sourcing efforts while collaborating with internal teams. If you're organized, proactive, and possess strong negotiation skills, this role offers excellent potential for ownership and career progression in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or purchasing.
• Background in manufacturing or engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process including RFQs and supplier agreements.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure cost-effective outcomes.
• Drive cost-saving initiatives and support key KPIs.

Skills

Procurement Management

Supplier Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

MRP/ERP Systems

Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

Senior Buyer
Procurement
Nottingham

SF Recruitment are partnering with manufacturing business in Nottingham to recruit a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this is a key role focused on driving cost-efficiency, improving supplier performance, and delivering strategic sourcing initiatives.

You'll be responsible for leading procurement projects, negotiating supplier agreements, and supporting continuous improvement across the supply chain. The role offers excellent scope for ownership, progression, and contribution to business-critical initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
-Manage the end-to-end procurement process including RFQs, PO creation, and supplier agreements
-Lead supplier negotiations to secure cost-effective, high-quality outcomes
-Conduct supplier performance reviews and on-site visits with regular reporting to management
-Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with company goals
-Drive cost-saving initiatives and support key KPIs
-Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure materials availability and capacity planning
-Monitor contract compliance, mitigate risks, and support supplier audits
-Champion continuous improvement across the procurement function

What We're Looking For
-Proven experience in procurement or purchasing
-Manufacturing or engineering industry background (preferred)
-Strong negotiation and supplier relationship skills
-Confident in using MRP/ERP systems and Excel
-Organised, proactive, and commercially minded
-Excellent communication and stakeholder management

If you feel you have the relevant experience and would like further information on this role, please apply today.