Buyer

Airport Placements; Margate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established and successful company in Margate is searching for an experienced Buyer to ensure efficient material supply for production. You will negotiate with suppliers, manage purchase orders, and maintain data in SAP and MRP systems. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a procurement role, excellent communication skills, and a qualification in Supply Chain or Business. The role offers a supportive environment and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

23 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Life assurance (after probation)

Access to Help at Hand app (after probation)

Regular social events and gatherings

Free onsite parking

Supportive, friendly working environment

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or procurement role, ideally in manufacturing or production.
• Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems.
• Ability to negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Raising and managing purchase orders and call-off orders.
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve best value.
• Dealing with production shortages and running shortage meetings.

Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Enthusiastic and proactive approach

Team player

Education

Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business

CIPS advantageous

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

We are excited to be working with a well‑established and successful company with a fantastic reputation for quality, reliability, and innovation. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Buyer to join their small, friendly team.

If you're passionate about procurement, enjoy working in a supportive environment, and want a role where your contribution truly makes a difference - this could be your next great move!

🧭 What You'll Be Doing

As their new Buyer, you'll be responsible for ensuring the production lines have the materials they need, when they need them - efficiently, cost‑effectively, and on time.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• 📦 Raising and managing purchase orders and call‑off orders
• 💬 Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve best value
• ⚙️ Dealing with production shortages and running shortage meetings to resolve issues quickly
• 📈 Preparing and presenting weekly KPI reports on purchase order status and supplier performance
• 🖥️ Maintaining accurate data within SAP and MRP systems
• 📊 Monitoring and reporting on KPIs to track supplier and cost performance
• 📅 Scheduling orders to align with production timelines
• 🤝 Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
• 💡 Identifying cost savings and process improvement opportunities

We're looking for someone who's enthusiastic, proactive, and detail‑oriented – a true team player with a passion for procurement!

You'll bring:

• ✔️ Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or procurement role (manufacturing or production preferred)
• ✔️ A relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Business (CIPS advantageous)
• ✔️ Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems
• ✔️ Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• ✔️ Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

🎁 What We Offer

We know that great work deserves great rewards – here's what you can look forward to:

• 🏖️ 23 days' holiday + bank holidays
• 🎄 Christmas shutdown
• 🪙 Life assurance (after probation)
• 📱 Access to the Help at Hand app (after probation)
• 🎉 Regular social events and gatherings
• 🚗 Free onsite parking
• 🤝 Supportive, friendly working environment
• 🚀 Opportunities for personal and professional growth

If you're an ambitious Buyer looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you! 👉 Apply now

Come and be part of a company where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your success is celebrated!