Buyer

Buyer

Location: Rogerstone, Newport
Contract Type: Full-time Permanent
Hours: Monday Friday, 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and commercially driven Buyer to join a growing manufacturing environment supporting high-reliability industries such as aerospace, defence, industrial automation, and medical technology.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the efficient procurement of materials and services, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and driving cost-effective purchasing strategies in a fast-paced, technically advanced setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop supplier relationships, including sourcing, selection, and performance monitoring
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and payment terms to achieve best value
• Analyse and report on supplier price changes and market trends
• Conduct market research and commodity analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure procurement aligns with production schedules and supplier lead times
• Identify supply risks and proactively implement solutions
• Source alternative suppliers, materials, and services to improve efficiency and reduce costs
• Manage rejected materials and ensure appropriate credit recovery
• Minimise risk related to minimum order quantities (MOQs) and price fluctuations
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support demand planning and operational needs
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing activities
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements
• Maintain accurate records, reporting, and purchasing documentation
• Support international purchasing activities and maintain awareness of import and legal considerations

Essential Requirements

• Minimum of 2 A Levels, HNC, CIPS Diploma, or equivalent
• At least 3 years experience in a purchasing role within manufacturing
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical ability
• Ability to work on own initiative and demonstrate a proactive approach
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with a commercial mindset
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Good IT skills and understanding of production processes
• Comfortable working independently and taking full ownership of responsibilities
• Knowledge of electronic components and manufacturing

• Experience working in a team-oriented environment
• Membership of a professional purchasing body (e.g. CIPS)
• Proactive, organised, and detail-oriented