Buyer in Limavady

Job Title:

Buyer

Location:

Ballykelly with Hybrid

Contract Type:

Full Time / Permanent

Working Hours:

40hrs / week

Salary:

Competitive, Negotiable depending on experience

Role Summary

The Buyer will be responsible for purchasing materials, components and services to support day-to-day manufacturing operations, ensuring the right products are available at the right time, quality and cost. Working closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, Finance and suppliers, the role will help maintain a reliable supply chain while identifying opportunities to improve costs, supplier performance and purchasing processes.

The successful candidate will have purchasing experience within a manufacturing or production environment, strong commercial awareness and excellent attention to detail. Experience of supplier negotiation, material planning, stock management and ERP purchasing systems is highly desirable

Main Responsibilities:

· Source and purchase goods, materials, and services in line with business requirements, budgets, and agreed specifications.

· Raise, issue, and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner.

· Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, comparing price, quality, lead time, availability, and service levels.

· Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and service agreements to secure best value for the business.

· Liaise with suppliers to confirm orders, manage delivery schedules, and resolve issues relating to price, quality, shortages, or delays.

· Monitor outstanding purchase orders and expedite delayed or incomplete deliveries to minimise disruption to operations.

· Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier data, pricing information, and procurement documentation.

· Work closely with internal departments to understand requirements, forecast demand, and support effective stock availability.

· Assist with inventory and stock control by reviewing stock levels, replenishment needs, and slow-moving or obsolete items.

· Support supplier performance monitoring, including delivery reliability, quality performance, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.

· Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, supplier consolidation, and improved purchasing efficiency.

· Ensure all purchasing activity complies with company policies, procurement procedures, approval processes, and budget controls.

· Support spend analysis, reporting, contract administration, and other procurement activities as required.

· Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

The Person-Essential:

· Minimum 5 years' experience in a Buyer / Purchasing role within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to compare supplier options and identify best value.

• Good negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

• High level of attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders, reviewing pricing, and maintaining records.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to work confidently with purchasing data and reports.

• Ability to work collaboratively with suppliers, internal departments, and wider procurement teams.

• Problem-solving skills with the ability to respond effectively to supplier issues, delivery delays, and changing business priorities.

• Understanding of purchasing procedures, supplier management, stock control, and cost control principles.

The Person-Desirable:

· Experience within data centre, electrical, electronics, mechanical, metal fabrication, construction or related manufacturing sectors.

· Experience purchasing electrical, mechanical, fabricated or engineered components.

· Knowledge of international sourcing and global supply chains.

· Experience with supplier performance improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.

· CIPS qualification or equivalent procurement qualification.

What We Offer

This is a rounded Hybrid working opportunity to join TES Power at a period of significant organisational growth supporting the continued growth within the business.

As a newly created position, the Buyer will have the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the Company’s purchasing processes, systems and controls while working closely with colleagues across wider Operations.

Benefits

· Friday 12pm early finish

· Hybrid Working - Office based and Working from Home

· Life Assurance Plan @ 3 times Gross Salary.

· Workplace Pension @ 3% per Employer.

· Private Medical – Option to add Family.

· 30 days Paid Holidays per year.