Senior Buyer

Owen Daniels; Andover; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing client in Andover is seeking a Senior Buyer to oversee supplier relationships and drive commodity management. The ideal candidate will possess both technical knowledge and strong commercial skills, with responsibilities including supplier negotiations and performance management. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 along with numerous company benefits such as a generous holiday allowance, a cycle-to-work scheme, and opportunities for learning and development.

Benefits

25 days + bank holidays

Voluntary Activities

Cycle to work scheme

Rewards scheme

Learning and Development Opportunities

Sports and Social Club

CIPS investment

Qualifications

• Proactive problem-solver who can identify trends and implement sustainable solutions.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience managing UK and international suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier negotiations and contract implementation.
• Manage supplier performance and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Support new product development.

Skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder influence

Cost savings

Continuous improvement

Job description

Overview

We're seeking a confident and commercially minded Senior Buyer to join our growing client in Andover. You will take full ownership of supplier relationships and commodity areas. To thrive in this role, you'll bring a strong mix of technical knowledge, commercial acumen, and interpersonal skills.

Job Details

• Role: Senior Buyer
• Type: Permanent
• Salary: Up to £55,000
• Working hours: Mon-Thurs 8:00-16:45, Fri 8:00-13:00
• Location: Andover

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier negotiations and contract implementation
• Manage supplier performance, risk, and cost-reduction initiatives
• Support new product development and continuous improvement
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and production teams
• Handle supplier audits, PPAP, and quality-related problem-solving

Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications

• A proactive problem-solver who can identify trends and implement long-term, sustainable solutions
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience managing UK and international suppliers
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive cost savings
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives

Company Benefits

• 25 days + bank holidays
• Voluntary Activities
• Cycle to work scheme
• Rewards scheme
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Sports and Social Club
• CIPS investment