At a Glance
- Tasks: Identify and negotiate with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Company: Join a dynamic team in Ipswich with a focus on ethical sourcing.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible hours, and every other Friday off.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make an impact by driving cost savings and improving supplier relationships.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement and strong negotiation skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Buyer to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Thursday 8.15am - 5.00pm and Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm (every other Friday off). Paying a negotiable salary depending on experience.
Key Duties include but are not limited to:
- Approved Suppliers: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
- Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, lead times and MOQs to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve issues related to delivery, quality or pricing.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to understand technical specifications and material requirements.
- Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records.
- Cost Reduction & Improvement: Support cost reduction initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
- Ethical & Sustainable Sourcing: Ensure all procurement activities align with ethical sourcing practices, sustainability goals and industry standards.
- Inventory & Forecasting: Utilise forecast data to support inventory management, preventing production delays and optimising stock levels.
- Reporting: Prepare reports on purchasing activity, cost savings and supplier performance for management review.
- PO Management: Raise purchase orders, manage MRP exceptions.
Buyer employer: Prime Appointments
Join a dynamic team in Ipswich as a Buyer, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on ethical sourcing and sustainability, our company offers competitive salaries, flexible working hours including every other Friday off, and opportunities for cross-functional collaboration, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
