Are you a commercially minded buyer looking for a new position in the Poole area? Do you have experience procuring materials and services to support manufacturing operations?
Is this the next step in your career Find out if you are the right candidate by reading through the complete overview below.
Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is recruiting for a Buyer for one of our manufacturing clients in the Poole area.
The Company
Our client is a well-established manufacturing business with a reputation for quality, innovation and long-term customer partnerships. They combine high standards with a flexible, supportive working environment where hard work is recognised and a friendly, family atmosphere is at the heart of the business.
This is a great opportunity to join a close-knit team where you'll have the autonomy to make an impact, build strong supplier relationships and help shape the future of our procurement function.
The Role
We are looking for a commercially minded Buyer to join our Procurement team. Reporting to the Strategic Purchasing Manager, you will ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services to support our manufacturing operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer with strong supplier management and negotiation skills who thrives in a fast-paced engineering environment. Responsibilities include:
- Source materials, components, and services to meet business needs.
- Obtain quotes and negotiate prices, lead times, and supplier agreements.
- Raise and manage purchase orders using the ERP system.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
- Ensure materials are available to support production.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve supplier performance.
- Resolve supply, quality, and invoice issues.
- Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams.
- Keep purchasing records accurate and up to date.
- Support continuous improvement within the Procurement team.
The Candidate
- Purchasing experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Good commercial awareness and budget control.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. xgikmsk
- CIPS level 4 or working toward (Desirable)
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
The Benefits
* £40,000...
Buyer in Newtown employer: Kingston Barnes Ltd
Join a dynamic and well-established manufacturing business in Bridgwater, where your skills as a Maintenance Engineering Technician will be valued and rewarded. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from excellent training opportunities, a supportive work culture, and a competitive salary package that includes bonuses and comprehensive benefits. This role not only allows you to make a tangible impact on production performance but also fosters a collaborative environment where innovation and continuous improvement are at the forefront.
