At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage global procurement activities and build strong supplier relationships.
- Company: Join a growing international business with a family-owned culture.
- Benefits: 28 days annual leave, career progression, and direct access to leadership.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Why this job: Take ownership of key procurement functions and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded and detail-focused Buyer to a specialist supplier. Following an internal restructure, this newly created position offers the opportunity to take ownership of procurement activities within a growing international business. Working closely with the Stock Manager & Supply Chain Lead, you will be responsible for managing purchasing activity across a global supplier network, ensuring the right materials are sourced at the right price and delivered on time.
Duties of a Buyer:
- Raise, process and manage purchase orders across an international supplier base
- Build and maintain strong relationships with approved mills, stockholders, forge houses and grinders across 17 countries
- Work closely with the Stock Manager & Supply Chain Lead to align purchasing activity with inventory requirements and customer demand
- Monitor supplier lead times, delivery performance and quality standards, escalating issues where necessary
- Ensure all purchasing documentation complies with ISO 9001:2015 quality requirements
- Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality and continuity of supply
- Liaise with Sales, Finance and Operations teams to support live customer orders, forecasting and capacity planning
- Monitor metals pricing and market movements to support purchasing decisions
- Support consignment stock programmes and wider supply chain initiatives
What we would like from you:
- Previous experience in a Buyer, Purchasing or Procurement role within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of pricing, lead times and supplier negotiations
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- High attention to detail with experience managing purchase orders and supplier records
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and business systems
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Experience within metals, engineering or raw material procurement
- Knowledge of mills, stockholders, forge houses or specialist metals suppliers
- Experience managing international suppliers across Asia, Europe and the USA
- Understanding of Material Test Reports (MTRs), Certificates of Conformance (COCs), AMS and ASTM specifications
- Experience working within ISO 9001:2015 quality systems
- Knowledge of consignment stock or strategic inventory programmes
- Supply Chain or Procurement qualification (or working towards one)
Personal Attributes:
- Highly organised with excellent time management skills
- Commercially minded with strong analytical ability
- Confident negotiator with a professional approach
- Self-motivated and able to work independently
- Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
- Proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
- Committed to delivering accuracy and high standards in all aspects of work
Benefits:
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Genuine ownership of a key procurement function
- Opportunity to join a growing international business with UK and US operations
- Direct access to senior leadership within a successful family-owned company
- Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
Global Supply Chain Buyer - Own Key Procurement & Growth in Weldon employer: Osborne Appointments
Join a well-established and growing business in Stevenage, where your administrative skills will be valued in a fast-paced office environment. With a focus on employee growth and development, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration and innovation, alongside competitive salary packages and flexible working hours. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful employment with a company that prioritises its staff's well-being and professional advancement.
