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Job summary
SF Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Buyer to support procurement for a client in Burton-on-Trent for a 12-month contract. The role involves end-to-end purchasing, supplier negotiation, and driving cost-saving initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Immediate availability required.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience in manufacturing or engineering is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for assigned categories.
- Raise and manage purchase orders, negotiating pricing and terms.
- Work cross-functionally with planning, engineering, and finance departments.
Skills
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SF are currently recruiting for an experienced Buyer to join our client in Burton on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role sits within the procurement team and will support sourcing, supplier management, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
The successful candidate will manage the end-to-end purchasing process for assigned categories, raise and manage purchase orders, liaise with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times, and work cross-functionally with departments including planning, engineering, and finance. You'll maintain accurate records in internal systems and help drive cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.
To be considered, you'll need proven experience in a buyer or procurement role, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience within a manufacturing or engineering setting is preferred, along with knowledge of ERP systems.
You must be immediately available to be considered for this role or on a short notice.
If you're interested and meet the criteria, please get in touch today.
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