Material Buyer

  • SER Limited
  • Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
  • Jul 25, 2025
Full time Sales & Marketing

Job Description

Materials Buyer
Bury St Edmund's/ Nottingham
£40k - £50k Basic + Commission, Car Allowance, 23.5 Days + Banks, Pension & Healthcare Plan etc.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing and innovative organisation delivering secure and sustainable solutions for end-of-life technology equipment. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing copper cabling and precious metal-bearing materials, including circuit board components for both internal use and a sister company.

Key Responsibilities

  • Source and purchase electronic materials cost-effectively and on time
  • Create and manage purchase orders aligned with project needs
  • Track market prices (e.g. LME) and negotiate supplier terms
  • Work closely with internal teams to meet delivery and quality goals
  • Identify and manage UK-based suppliers; monitor performance
  • Ensure compliance with environmental and quality standards (e.g. WEEE, ISO 14001)
  • Maintain procurement records and support process improvements

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in a procurement role within the e-waste recycling industry.
  • Experience sourcing electronic components or cabling (desirable).
  • Solid understanding of precious metal-bearing materials and circuit board components.
  • Knowledge of environmental permits, WEEE directive, and ISO 14001.
  • Proficient in MRP/ERP systems, CRM platforms (ideally HubSpot), and Excel.
  • Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and supplier management skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Salary & Benefits

  • £40k - £50k Basic
  • Pension Scheme
  • 23.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Health Cash Plan (including Employee Assistance Programme and Retail Discounts)
  • Internal staff discounts

Ready to make a difference in sustainable tech?

Send across your CV and join a passionate team helping businesses transition to a more secure and environmentally responsible IT lifecycle.

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