Are you an experienced Buyer with a strong manufacturing background, looking to take ownership of supplier relationships and purchasing strategy within a growing, quality-driven business?

Our client is seeking a commercially astute Buyer to join their established supply chain team. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services, supporting production continuity and business growth. You will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage purchasing activities, optimise supplier performance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will bring proven experience within a manufacturing environment, with a solid understanding of procurement processes, supplier management and ERP systems. You’ll be confident negotiating with suppliers, analysing data to inform decisions, and proactively managing potential supply risks to maintain operational efficiency.

Job Description

• Manage purchase orders and maintain accurate data within the ERP system
• Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions
• Source and procure materials, components and services in line with business requirements
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, driving performance improvements
• Negotiate pricing, terms and supplier agreements to achieve best value
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards, identifying areas for improvement
• Collaborate with internal teams on new product introductions and ongoing supply requirements
• Support continuous improvement across supply chain processes

Person Specification

• Proven experience in a Buyer or purchasing role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong commercial awareness with experience of supplier negotiation and cost management
• Experience using ERP systems and managing purchasing data
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with data and reports
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Professional, proactive approach with a focus on continuous improvement

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking organisation, offering a salary of £50,000 and the chance to play a key role in shaping supplier relationships and purchasing performance.  They also offer internal and external training (including relevant qualifications) as well as this role having a natural route into a more senior operational role at management level for the right candidate.

To apply, please submit your CV by clicking on the relevant links. If successful, you will be contacted by one of our consultants within 3 working days. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications we expect to receive for this vacancy, if you do not hear from us within this time, you should presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Grassroots Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency and a recruitment business in respect of this vacancy. Grassroots Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and recruiter. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, race, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or disability.