SAP Purchasing Specialist - Manufacturing & ECN Support

Terry Parris Associates; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Buyer for a permanent or contract position in Tonbridge, Kent. The ideal candidate must have strong SAP experience and purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting cost-down initiatives. The position offers a salary of £34,500 and is primarily office-based with limited hybrid flexibility. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative team and support procurement growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage purchasing activity.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activity and ensure timely supply of materials.
• Maintain supplier relationships and resolve delivery issues.
• Support cost-down initiatives and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Strong SAP experience

Purchasing experience within manufacturing

Confident supplier communicator and negotiator

Strong accuracy, organisation and data discipline

Ability to work in a small, collaborative team

CIPS qualified or willing to work toward qualification

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a Buyer for a permanent or contract position in Tonbridge, Kent. The ideal candidate must have strong SAP experience and purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, and supporting cost-down initiatives. The position offers a salary of £34,500 and is primarily office-based with limited hybrid flexibility. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative team and support procurement growth.