At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier relationships and source materials for production.
- Company: Join WEC Group, a leading engineering and manufacturing business.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, profit share, and healthcare cash-back plan.
- Other info: Genuine career progression and training support in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Be a key player in a growing team with real impact on production.
- Qualifications: Experience in purchasing, strong negotiation skills, and commercial awareness.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
WEC Group is looking for an experienced Buyer to join our growing procurement team in Darwen. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a successful and well-established engineering and manufacturing business.
The Role
- Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, sourcing materials and components, and ensuring production requirements are met efficiently and cost-effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the procurement of materials, components, and services
- Negotiating pricing, lead times, and supplier agreements
- Developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships
- Monitoring supplier performance, quality, and delivery schedules
- Working closely with production, planning, and engineering teams
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
- Ensuring stock levels and material availability support production demands
- Raising and managing purchase orders using internal systems
What We're Looking For
- Previous experience in a Buyer / Senior Buyer / Purchasing role
- Manufacturing or engineering industry background preferred
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Excellent organisational and communication abilities
- Commercial awareness and problem-solving skills
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems advantageous
- Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment
Company Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Genuine career progression within a rapidly expanding engineering group
- Training and qualification support (including H&S development)
- Annual profit share scheme
- Healthcare cash-back plan (dental, optical, physio, mental health support)
- Company pension scheme
- Employee support loans
- £1000 Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Death-in-service benefit
- Discounted access to a wide variety of attractions and entertainment venues
Buyer in Darwen employer: WEC GROUP LIMITED
Join WEC Group, a multi award-winning engineering powerhouse in Coventry, where your role as Production Manager will not only offer a competitive salary but also a wealth of benefits and opportunities for personal growth. Experience a dynamic work culture that values innovation and teamwork, while engaging in unique projects that keep your work exciting and fulfilling. With a strong focus on employee development and a supportive environment, WEC Group is committed to shaping the future of engineering together.
