Manufacturing Buyer – 6-Month FTC, Hybrid Work

TEC Partners; England; Hybrid; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Aylesbury is seeking a motivated Buyer to manage procurement efficiently. This 6-month fixed-term role involves sourcing materials and maintaining supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in purchasing, a degree or equivalent, and is fluent in English. A strong understanding of supply chain processes is essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £43k per annum plus a 3% bonus, and a supportive work-life balance with some remote flexibility.

Benefits

Competitive salary

3% annual bonus

Flexible working

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a Buyer role, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage transactional procurement for materials.
• Build relationships with suppliers for effective communication.
• Handle purchasing of raw materials to meet production needs.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders and inventory.
• Source materials based on technical specifications.
• Work with teams to resolve production issues.
• Review supplier performance focusing on cost and quality.
• Support inventory management aligned with production schedules.

Skills

Fluent in English

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of MRP systems

Interpreting engineering drawings

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent industry experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Aylesbury is seeking a motivated Buyer to manage procurement efficiently. This 6-month fixed-term role involves sourcing materials and maintaining supplier relationships. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in purchasing, a degree or equivalent, and is fluent in English. A strong understanding of supply chain processes is essential. This role offers a competitive salary of £43k per annum plus a 3% bonus, and a supportive work-life balance with some remote flexibility.