At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage end-to-end buying functions and negotiate with over 300 suppliers.
- Company: Join a family-run manufacturing business with 35 years of success.
- Benefits: Enjoy autonomy, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth in a dynamic and innovative company.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that values your expertise and initiative.
- Qualifications: Previous buying experience and strong negotiation skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 50000 £ per year.
Buyer Monday - Friday | 9:00am - 5:00pm Permanent | Full-Time An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced buyer to join a well-established, family-run manufacturing business with over 35 years of success.
Operating as a leading supplier of specialist cleaning chemicals and PPE, the company has built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and exceptional customer service.
This is a standalone buyer role offering genuine autonomy and the chance to make a real commercial impact.
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end buyer/buying function, working with a network of over 300 suppliers and overseeing a product range of more than 1,000 SKUs.
Key responsibilities of the buyer role include supplier negotiation, relationship management, stock analysis, purchasing through Sage 200 (including MRP), identifying cost-saving opportunities, and working closely with production and other internal departments to ensure materials are available to meet business demands.
The ideal candidate will have: Previous buyer/buying or procurement experience.
Experience within a manufacturing or production environment (preferred).
Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Sage 200 experience would be advantageous).
Excellent commercial awareness and analytical skills.
The ability to work independently and manage a standalone purchasing function.
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Buyer employer: Netbox Recruitment
Join a dynamic team as a Business Development Manager where your engineering expertise will be valued in a customer-focused environment. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a culture that fosters professional growth and collaboration. Located in a vibrant area, our company prioritises employee development and provides unique opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the industry.
