Buyer-Jobs in Großbritannien

Join a dynamic and collaborative Purchasing team, taking responsibility for enhancing procurement processes. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will work with team members to develop key skills, resolve daily challenges, and maintain supplier relationships.

This role is Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm with the opportunity for hybrid work available after probation.

• Manage team activities and provide structured training.
• Empower team ownership and responsibility.
• Organize regular updates and meetings with management.
• Collaborate with other supervisors for a unified approach.
• Foster a positive, supportive leadership style.
• Oversee team functions and resolve daily issues.
• Manage supplier relationships and review lead times.
• Report on monthly spending, KPIs, and non-conformance.
• Participate in demand planning, pricing reviews, and procurement improvements.
• Audit processes, maintain ERP databases, and ensure industry compliance.
• Assist in recruitment, onboarding, and training of new team members.

Why you should apply.

The opportunity for both professional and personal progression here is notable. For such a large and long-standing business, they have mastered how to maintain a family feel and create an atmosphere you look forward to entering each day.

What we’re looking for.
Leadership skills, commercial awareness and a proactive attitude. Previous experience in a Buyer or Supervisory role, including team coaching and supplier performance development, is desirable. Strong analytical skills and negotiation skills are required with advanced computer literacy. You will have excellent organisational skills, strong communication abilities and the capacity to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ideally, you’ll be CIPS certified (or prepared to undertake).

At Polkadotfrog recruitment we do our very best to ensure both client and candidate satisfaction. If you require any reasonable adjustments such as access or information in an alternative format, please inform us as soon as you are able so that we can make the appropriate adjustments.

Our team of Specialist Consultants have the skills, experience, and passion to deliver a professional, personal and quality service. Our mission is to build long-term relationships and help clients and candidates find the perfect match.
Whilst we would love to get back to every applicant, it is not always possible, so if you haven’t heard from us within 5 days, please note that your application has not been successful on this occasion. INDH

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