https://jobs.co.uk/job/direct-buyer-pin-point-recruitment--c0fba08a-4799-4f13-baca-cfc9e46186a6 RSS feed for Direct Buyer at Pin Point Recruitment. en-gb Sat, 10 Oct 2026 23:59:46 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/direct-buyer-pin-point-recruitment--c0fba08a-4799-4f13-baca-cfc9e46186a6 https://jobs.co.uk/job/direct-buyer-pin-point-recruitment--c0fba08a-4799-4f13-baca-cfc9e46186a6 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:54:21 GMT Location: Sunderland | Salary: 10000-500000 Annual | Type: Permanent | Direct Buyer Sunderland Job Purpose An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Purchasing Department for a Direct Buyer to join the team on a full-time, permanent basis. Reporting to the Purchasing Controller, this position will be responsible for driving purchasing performance, developing supplier partnerships, negotiating best value agreements, and ensuring materials are procured efficiently to support operational and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Generate and manage Requests for Quotation and tender analysis Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance ensuring achievement of KPI s Spend control of direct budget, monitor spend and highlight variances Develop and improve supplier relationships and performance, with the goal of improving QDC performance for all bought in production components Deliver cost down initiatives in support of company cost reduction activity Lead cost reduction activity across the supply base Lead new model introduction for all bought in items Manage Process and design change activities from feasibility through to completion To ensure that all work is completed in line with company policies and procedures Any other duti... Permanent