At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage purchase orders and build strong supplier relationships in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Innovative technical manufacturing organisation focused on growth and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £33-38k, with opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Full office-based role in Lymington with no hybrid working options.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in procurement and supply chain.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing setting is essential.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Butler Ross are pleased to be supporting our client, an innovative technical manufacturing organisation, with their recruitment of a proactive Buyer. This is a hands-on role in a fast-paced environment, ideal for someone looking to grow within a business that values self-improvement, collaboration, and long-term career growth and development. This opportunity is offering £33-38,000 depending on experience and will be fully office-based in Lymington.
Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a manufacturing environment.
Role responsibilities of the Buyer include:- Raise and manage purchase orders using the ERP system to ensure the timely supply of materials for production.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.
- Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards.
- Maintain accurate procurement data, monitor inventory levels, and support demand planning to optimise stock availability.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Warehouse and Planning to support business objectives and resolve supply issues.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by supporting procurement strategies, supplier performance reviews, and operational excellence across the purchasing function.
- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement or Buyer role within a manufacturing (ideally mechanical) background.
- Organised and results-driven, with experience using MRP/ERP systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed purchasing decisions.
- Confident in dealing with all levels of people in a professional manner.
- Driven and motivated individual with a desire to progress.
This position requires full onsite presence with no hybrid working. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a buyer, sourcing specialist, commodity manager, category manager, senior buyer or supply chain planner.
Buyer employer: Butler Ross Limited
Join a rapidly growing international aerospace organisation in Cheltenham as a Senior Commercial & Procurement Officer, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in procurement. With a strong focus on employee development, the company offers excellent career progression opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and continuous improvement. Enjoy the benefits of a competitive salary, potential for hybrid working, and the chance to make a significant impact in a key role within the procurement function.
