Buyer

BuyerLocation: Exeter area Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 + benefitsPermanent Monday to Friday Early finish on FridaysButler Rose is delighted to be working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business to recruit a Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within procurement, offering clear progression pathways and exposure to a fast-paced, technically driven environment.The RoleAs Buyer, you will take responsibility for managing the procurement of materials, components, and services required to support ongoing production and future projects. The role combines commercial negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply.You will play a key part in maintaining supply chain performance, supporting new product launches, and driving continuous improvement across the supplier base.Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and onboard new suppliers, assessing capability, cost, and quality standardsNegotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements to deliver best valueConduct cost analysis and bench marking to support savings initiativesRaise and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and issue resolutionBuild strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance and addressing concernsCollaborate with internal teams including engineering, production, and quality to align procurement activityProactively identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation ..... full job details .....