At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchasing activities and build strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a successful and growing business in Carlisle with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Why this job: Take the next step in your career and make a real impact in procurement.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Buyer, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 33750 - 41250 £ per year.
Location: Carlisle
Salary: £36,000 - £39,000 DOE
Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time
Adecco Workington are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fantastic client in Carlisle for a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced manufacturing and supply chain environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring materials, goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage purchasing activities for a range of materials, components and services.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and quality standards.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Track market trends and supplier developments.
- Work closely with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements.
- Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
- Resolve supply chain issues and minimise disruptions.
- Produce reports and purchasing data to support business decisions.
- Ensure stock levels and procurement activities align with operational demands.
About You
- Previous experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer position.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Commercially aware with excellent analytical abilities.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems.
- Organised with excellent attention to detail.
What's on Offer?
- Salary of £36,000 - £39,000 DOE.
- Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Career development opportunities.
- Opportunity to join a successful and growing business.
To apply or find out more, please contact Adecco Workington.
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