Manufacturing Buyer | Materials Sourcing & Supply Chain

Thorn Baker Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Buyer for a reputable manufacturing company in Leicester. This role involves sourcing materials and ensuring procurement aligns with quality and cost expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing within manufacturing and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a salary between £30,000 and £33,000, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing or procurement within manufacturing or engineering sectors is essential.
• Experience with MRP systems, especially Javelin, is a plus.
• Ability to understand technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials for manufacturing projects.
• Ensure procurement aligns with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Maintain procurement records for improved supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proactive problem solving

Tools

MRP System

Javelin

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Buyer for a reputable manufacturing company in Leicester. This role involves sourcing materials and ensuring procurement aligns with quality and cost expectations. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing within manufacturing and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a salary between £30,000 and £33,000, with full-time hours from Monday to Friday within a dynamic team environment.