Buyer

HR GO Driving; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an enthusiastic Buyer to manage production materials efficiently. Responsibilities include raising purchase orders, negotiating with suppliers, and maintaining accurate data within SAP systems. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in procurement, strong negotiation skills, and attention to detail. This role offers 23 days holiday, life assurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a buying or procurement role (manufacturing or production preferred).
• Knowledge of SAP and MRP systems.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Raising and managing purchase orders and call-off orders.
• Negotiating pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Maintaining accurate data within SAP and MRP systems.
• Preparing and presenting weekly KPI reports.

Skills

Negotiating pricing and terms

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Relevant qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, or Business

Tools

SAP

MRP systems

Job description

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!