At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchase orders and negotiate with suppliers to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
- Company: Rapidly growing manufacturing business in Cheshire with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £45,000, early finishes on Fridays, and a Monday to Friday schedule.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in procurement within the manufacturing sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in buying or procurement, preferably in manufacturing, with ERP/MRP system knowledge.
Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in procurement within manufacturing environments? A rapidly growing manufacturing business in Cheshire is looking for a Buyer to support the smooth running of supply chain and purchasing activities. This is a Monday to Friday days role, with an early 12:30pm finish on Fridays. The position offers a salary of up to 45,000 depending on experience.
The Role:
- Raise and manage purchase orders for raw materials, consumables and subcontract services
- Source competitive quotations and negotiate pricing, lead times and supply agreements
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal departments
- Monitor stock levels and ensure materials are available to support production schedules
- Track supplier performance, deliveries and quality standards
- Resolve supply chain issues and communicate potential risks to relevant departments
- Support cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement activities
- Maintain accurate purchasing records and system data
Ideal Candidate:
- Previous buying or procurement experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Confident using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft office packages
- Understanding of steel, fabrications or engineering materials is advantageous
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments
If you are interested in this role APPLY NOW.
We think you need these skills to ace Buyer
Procurement Experience
Supply Chain Management
Negotiation Skills
Supplier Relationship Management
Stock Level Monitoring
ERP/MRP Systems Proficiency
Microsoft Office Proficiency
