Buyer Senior Buyer (Permanent)

Senior Buyer Near Melton Mowbray £45,000 – £50,000 per annum Full-Time | Permanent Are you a strategic thinker with a sharp eye for value and a passion for procurement? We\’re on the lookout for a Senior Buyer to join our growing team in Leicester. In this key role, you’ll take the lead on sourcing and supplier strategy, managing critical relationships, and driving cost-effective purchasing decisions that make a real impact. You\’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business, ensuring that quality, cost, and delivery targets are met and exceeded. What you\’ll be doing: Leading procurement activities for a wide range of materials across multiple engineering categories Building and maintaining strong supplier partnerships, negotiating contracts and terms with new and existing suppliers to maximise value and performance Take responsibility for ensuring material is delivered OTIF Analysing market trends and identifying sourcing opportunities Collaborating with internal teams to support operational goals What we’re looking for: Proven experience as a competent Buyer within an engineering environment is essential Strong negotiation and contract management skills Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities Confident communicator with a collaborative approach CIPS qualification (or working towards it) is desirable What you’ll get: Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 A supportive and forward-thinking work environment Opportunities for career development and progression Flexible working options and a great team culture If you\’re ready to bring your expertise to a role where your voice is heard and your impact is felt, we’d love to hear from you!