Senior Buyer

White Label Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Buyer to enhance procurement processes within their growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by developing new procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and supporting business growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement within manufacturing or engineering, excellent negotiation skills, and a methodical approach to process improvement. Join this innovative firm and take your career to the next level with exciting development opportunities and a focus on delivering results.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Pattern

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience within manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Strong background in supplier performance management and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods within budget.
• Lead strategic sourcing activities including supplier selection and negotiation.

Skills

Procurement Experience

Supplier Performance Management

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Data Analysis

Tools

Dynamics 365

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Overview

We are supporting an industry-leading acoustic enclosure manufacturer in Batley in their search for a Senior Buyer to join their expanding procurement team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused procurement professional to make a real impact. You will be responsible for developing and implementing new procurement processes, managing supplier KPIs, and supporting wider business growth initiatives. Experience working within manufacturing or engineering environments is essential, and knowledge of Dynamics 365 is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raise purchase orders, manage suppliers, and ensure goods are delivered on time and within budget.

• Build, manage, and evaluate supplier relationships through structured KPIs and regular performance reviews.

• Implement and document new procurement processes and improve existing systems.

• Support internal teams including engineering, projects, and operations with high-quality procurement services.

• Lead strategic sourcing activities, including supplier selection, negotiation, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Analyse purchasing data to drive improvements and inform procurement strategy.

About You:

• Proven procurement experience within manufacturing, engineering, or fabrication environments.

• Strong background in supplier performance management and continuous improvement.

• Commercially aware, with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Familiar with Microsoft Office; Dynamics 365 experience is a strong advantage.

• Methodical, process-driven, and proactive with a focus on delivering results.

What's on Offer:

• Monday Friday working pattern

• Career development opportunities within a growing business

• Chance to shape and enhance procurement processes

If you are an experienced Senior Buyer ready to take ownership of procurement improvements within a specialist manufacturer, we would love to hear from you.