Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Buyer to join a global manufacturing business with multiple sites across the UK. Based in High Wycombe, this role offers a salary of up to -35,000 along with the flexibility to work from home two days per week.

The Buyer will play an important role in supporting an efficient, resilient and commercially effective purchasing function across the Group.

This is a varied role covering day-to-day purchasing, supplier management, inventory control and ERP/MRP development, with the opportunity to contribute to wider sourcing, cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing day-to-day purchasing activities across the business
• Processing purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier acknowledgements, as well as expediting outstanding orders
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving any supply or delivery issues
• Maintaining appropriate inventory levels while working to reduce excess and obsolete stock
• Supporting the maintenance and development of ERP/MRP systems, including supplier data, lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQ) and planning parameters
• Supporting sourcing activities, cost reduction initiatives, and supplier negotiations
• Working closely with Production, Engineering, Sales, Finance and Warehouse teams to ensure purchasing requirements are effectively managed

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous purchasing experience within a manufacturing and/or engineering environment
• Strong knowledge and experience of ERP/MRP systems
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating with suppliers
• Strong analytical skills and a good level of Excel proficiency
• Excellent communication and organisational skills

What''s on Offer?

• -30,000 - -35,000 base salary
• 28 days holiday
• Subsidised private medical
• Medical insurance
• Pension
• Bonus scheme
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Hybrid working
• Career progression opportunities

Salary:

Up to -35,000

Hybrid working with 2 days a week working from home

This position would suit someone who has worked in a manufacturing environment in a role such as Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Specialist or Procurement Specialist.