Job Description
Buyer
Salary: Up to £37,000 per annum
Location: Walsall (site based reasonable commute required)
Hours: Mon Thu: 8:00am 5:15pm - Fri: 8:00am 12:00pm
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to manage supplier relationships and inventory in a cost effective and timely way, supporting production needs in a fast paced environment.
You ll work closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure the best outcomes across cost, quality, and delivery, supporting overall procurement targets.
Key Responsibilities of this Buyer role:
- Manage a portfolio of suppliers and day to day purchasing activity
- Place orders in line with demand, MOQ, MOV, and lead times
- Maintain accurate system data and safety stock levels
- Monitor supplier performance against delivery targets
- Negotiate prices and challenge cost increases
- Work to reduce stock holding and obsolescence
- Support resolution of quality and delivery issues
- Escalate risks and issues when required
- Build strong working relationships across the business
Experience Required for this Buyer role:
- Minimum 3 years experience as a Buyer
- Manufacturing or engineering background essential
- Strong Excel skills (essential)
- ERP experience preferred (training provided)
- Stable work history and a well structured CV
Benefits of this Buyer role:
- 5% matched pension
- Health cash plan
- Critical illness insurance
- Death in service (1x salary)
- 25 days holiday bank holidays
- Extra paid day off for your birthday
For applications or enquiries, please contact Jamie Garcia Courtice at (url removed).
Due to high application volumes, we may only respond to shortlisted candidates. If you haven t heard back within 5 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. For more opportunities, visit our careers page.
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