Senior Buyer

Permanent Futures Limited; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Permanent Futures Limited, UK-based, is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a small, agile procurement team. You will own complex accounts, drive strategic initiatives, and negotiate with suppliers to secure best terms while building robust supply chains. The role requires a proactive, metrics-driven mindset and exposure to ERP systems.

You’ll be instrumental in cost reduction, supplier onboarding, and cross-functional collaboration, with significant responsibility and clear career development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Buyer.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – a true 'people person'.
• A metrics-driven mindset with a focus on results.
• An understanding of low-cost sourcing strategies.
• Experience in supply chain management.
• The ability to identify and escalation issues effectively.
• While not essential, technical expertise in engineering drawings would be a distinct advantage.

Responsibilities

• Taking responsibility for intricate accounts and strategic procurement activities.
• Negotiating effectively with suppliers to secure optimal terms and value.
• Developing and managing robust, efficient supply chains.
• Managing day-to-day procurement operations with a focus on metrics and performance.
• Challenging technical teams and holding suppliers accountable to ensure quality and delivery.
• Actively identifying and onboarding new suppliers to enhance capabilities and drive cost savings.

Skills

ERP systems

Interpersonal skills

Metrics-driven

Low-cost sourcing

Supply chain management

Leadership potential

Issue escalation

Job description

Are you a dynamic Procurement Buyer looking for your next challenge?

We are thrilled to be partnering with a thriving and innovative company in their search for a dedicated Senior Buyer to join their close-knit team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious professional ready to step into a role with significant responsibility and impact. Our client is a respected organisation known for its commitment to excellence and a collaborative work environment. They are seeking an individual who can hit the ground running and evolve with the business.

The Opportunity: You'll be an integral part of a small, agile team, taking ownership of complex accounts and driving key procurement initiatives. This position offers a genuine pathway for development, empowering you to shape supply chains and make a tangible difference.

Senior Buyer - Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Taking responsibility for intricate accounts and strategic procurement activities.
• Negotiating effectively with suppliers to secure optimal terms and value.
• Developing and managing robust, efficient supply chains.
• Managing day-to-day procurement operations with a focus on metrics and performance.
• Challenging technical teams and holding suppliers accountable to ensure quality and delivery.
• Actively identifying and onboarding new suppliers to enhance capabilities and drive cost savings.

Senior Buyer - Who We're Looking For:

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated "all-rounder" with a proactive approach. You should possess:

• Proven experience as a Procurement Buyer.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – a true "people person."
• A metrics-driven mindset with a focus on results.
• An understanding of low-cost sourcing strategies.
• Experience in supply chain management.
• The ability to identify and escalation issues effectively.
• While not essential, technical expertise in engineering drawings would be a distinct advantage.

This role is perfect for someone with leadership potential who is ready to take the next step in their career.

Senior Buyer - If you are ready to embrace a challenging yet rewarding role and believe you have the skills and drive to excel,