Strategic Manufacturing Buyer

SF Recruitment; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A market-leading manufacturing business in Oldbury is looking for an experienced Buyer to take ownership of purchasing duties and ensure a reliable supply of raw materials. This role involves managing the entire procurement lifecycle, leading negotiations for competitive pricing, and fostering supplier relationships to enhance service reliability. The successful candidate will have a qualification in Supply Chain or Business, experience in manufacturing, and strong negotiation skills. Join a company committed to improving supply chain performance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience within the manufacturing sector is highly desirable.
• Proven negotiation and contract management capabilities.
• Confident communicator, able to influence internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Procuring materials in line with technical, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Leading commercial negotiations to secure competitive pricing and terms.
• Managing the complete procurement lifecycle from demand capture to delivery monitoring.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Proven negotiation skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Qualification in Supply Chain, Business or related discipline

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A market-leading manufacturing business in Oldbury is looking for an experienced Buyer to take ownership of purchasing duties and ensure a reliable supply of raw materials. This role involves managing the entire procurement lifecycle, leading negotiations for competitive pricing, and fostering supplier relationships to enhance service reliability. The successful candidate will have a qualification in Supply Chain or Business, experience in manufacturing, and strong negotiation skills. Join a company committed to improving supply chain performance and efficiency.