Buyer

Location: Newmarket (CB8)
Duration: Permanent
Hours: Mon - Thurs 8:30-17:00, Friday 8:30-16:00 (39 hours per week total)
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Job Reference: 36365

We are seeking an experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Specialist to join a manufacturing and engineering business. You will manage supplier relationships, oversee purchasing activities and ensure the timely, cost-effective supply of materials and components, while identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities:
- Manage purchasing activities, including purchase orders, supplier communications and price negotiation
- Maintain supplier relationships, monitoring quality, cost, delivery and overall performance
- Coordinate material requirements and delivery schedules to support production plans
- Monitor MRP outputs, manage shortages and expedite critical deliveries
- Identify alternative suppliers and support strategic sourcing activities
- Resolve supply issues, including non-conforming materials, to minimise production disruption
- Work closely with planning, engineering and production teams to meet operational requirements
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive continuous improvement

Requirements:
- At least five years' experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within manufacturing or engineering
- CIPS Level 4/5 qualification or equivalent relevant experience
- Experience with MRP systems, supplier management and commercial negotiations
- Strong communication, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and deliver cost-effective solutions

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below