Senior Buyer

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Marden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm based in Marden, Kent, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to manage purchasing processes and supplier relationships. This role involves ensuring timely delivery of materials, negotiating contracts, and contributing to cost-saving initiatives. Candidates must have proven experience in procurement, strong negotiation and communication skills, and familiarity with SAP. The position offers flexible hours, a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Health Shield cash plan

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a buying or procurement role.
• Ability to manage purchase orders effectively.
• Strong ability to analyse buying patterns.

Responsibilities

• Manage timely delivery of parts and materials.
• Negotiate contract terms with suppliers.
• Support initiatives to improve efficiency.

Skills

Sales and negotiation skills

Excellent communication abilities

Organisational abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Education

CIPS qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Our client, a leading manufacturer based in Marden, Kent, is looking for an experienced Senior Buyer to join their team. This is a great opportunity to advance your procurement career within a company that values its people and is committed to quality.

Position Overview

As the Senior Buyer, you will be essential to the smooth running of the production line. You will manage the timely delivery of all parts and materials, ensuring that both internal and external production targets are met. Your strategic purchasing and supplier management will directly contribute to the company’s success.

Responsibilities

• Interpret requirement plans to ensure accurate order coverage.
• Manage purchase orders to achieve on‑time customer delivery.
• Analyse buying patterns and predict future supply trends.
• Negotiate contract terms and build strong supplier relationships.
• Identify new opportunities and secure long‑term cost agreements.
• Support company initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Process Engineering Change Notes accurately and efficiently.
• Act as the SAP Super User for the Purchasing department.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a buying or procurement role.
• Strong sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• CIPS qualification, or the willingness to work towards it.
• Experience using SAP is essential.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Company pension scheme (after three months)
• Life assurance from your first day
• Health Shield cash plan (after six months)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

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KH Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. KHR – Recruitment Specialists is a trading name of KH Recruitment Ltd.