Senior Buyer — Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Lead

Coherent; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laser systems manufacturer in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage purchasing operations. The role involves running MRP reports, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of components. Candidates should have previous experience in purchasing/logistics, proficiency in MS Office, and ideally a degree qualification. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as is the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment. The position offers a supportive workplace with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Contributory pension scheme

Subsidised private health care

Free life assurance

Flexible core hours

Qualifications

• Experience in an MRP & Kanban environment.
• Solid administrative skills with the ability to deliver against tight deadlines.
• Able to work on your own initiative and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Administer all aspects of purchasing including raising purchase orders.
• Manage delivery schedules for production and engineering components.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to SLA conditions.

Skills

Previous experience in Purchasing / Logistics

Proficient user of MS Office

Negotiation skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Degree level qualification, ideally CIPS / BPICS qualified

Tools

Oracle

Cumulus

Job description

A leading laser systems manufacturer in Glasgow is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage purchasing operations. The role involves running MRP reports, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring timely delivery of components. Candidates should have previous experience in purchasing/logistics, proficiency in MS Office, and ideally a degree qualification. Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential, as is the ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment. The position offers a supportive workplace with competitive benefits.