Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer – Materials

Tyne & Wear (on-site full-time)

£50,000–£55,000 + benefits

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We are working with a multi-site manufacturing business operating in complex, project-led environments, supplying engineered products into demanding industrial sectors.

As the business continues to scale, they are looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to strengthen their materials procurement capability. This role will contribute across purchasing activity for multiple sites, with a strong focus on supplier selection, commercial negotiation, and supporting project delivery.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working at the front end of the supply chain, identifying the right suppliers and securing strong commercial outcomes.

The role

• Support procurement of raw materials across multiple manufacturing sites
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers aligned to technical and commercial requirements
• Lead commercial negotiations to secure pricing, terms, and supply agreements
• Work closely with engineering, production, and project teams to support delivery timelines
• Contribute to cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
• Support wider purchasing activity across categories linked to project demand
• Monitor market trends, availability, and pricing across key material groups

The person

• Proven experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer role within manufacturing
• Strong background in materials procurement, ideally metals or alloys
• Experience in supplier selection and commercial negotiation is essential
• Comfortable operating in multi-site and project-led environments
• Commercially sharp, with a structured and analytical approach
• Able to engage effectively with both suppliers and internal stakeholders
• CIPS qualification or working towards is advantageous, but not essential

We are supporting several clients across the region with similar requirements. Suitable applicants may be considered for a range of comparable opportunities.

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