Buyer

Overview

International SME manufacturing business require experienced Buyer to ensure all necessary components are procured to facilitate the on-site production process. to be based at superb offices in Slough, Berkshire.

About the role

Working within a dynamic and proactive team the Buyer is a critical role to ensure production runs smoothly by managing the timely procurement of essential components and maintaining strong supplier relationships. Key duties include:

• Sourcing and purchasing key components and materials to ensure a timely, cost-effective, and high quality production process

• Ensuring adherence to the company budget whilst meeting company production schedules

• Supplier Management through building and maintaining strong working relations

• Identify and evaluate new suppliers

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms

• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards

• Manage inventory levels by strategic ordering to maintain adequate stock and prevent shortages or overstocking

• Analyse market & pricing trends and and identify opportunities to reduce costs or improve supply chain efficiency

• Work closely with production, quality control, finance, and logistics departments to align procurement activities with operational needs

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, update ERP systems, and ensure adherence to procurement policies and statutory requirements

About you

• You will have a proven track record as a Buyer, with a minimum of 2 years experience and ideally have gained experience within a challenging, manufacturing environment

• Applicants will be Graduate calibre with strong systems skills including proficiency in ERP and MS Excel

• The jobholder will have strong analytical ability, excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate whilst maintaining strong business relations

What's on offer

• Excellent overall package

• Flexible hybrid working

• Free parking

• Contributory pension

• Annual bonus