Buyer

Working within a large company, The Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of materials, components, and services used within manufacturing. The role requires a certified procurement professional with strong experience using Sage 200 and a thorough understanding of import and export duties, ensuring continuity of supply, cost control, and full compliance with construction industry standards and international trade regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Procure raw materials, components, and subcontracted services for manufacturing operations.
• Source, assess, and onboard suppliers in line with company policies.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and commercial terms to support production schedules.
• Manage supplier performance, quality, and delivery against agreed KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including material shortages and price volatility.

Manufacturing Focus

• Work closely with Production, Engineering, and technical teams to understand material specifications and manufacturing requirements.
• Ensure materials conform to the quality standards required, technical drawings, and regulatory requirements.
• Support project-based procurement aligned to customer programmes and timelines.

Systems & Financial Control

• Create and manage purchase orders, call-offs, and supplier records using Sage 200
• Ensure accurate pricing, cost codes, and stock data, re-order quantities and re-order levels within the ERP system.
• Pro-actively resolve invoice and delivery discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and goods inwards.

Import & Export Compliance

• Manage procurement from international suppliers, including EU and non-EU sources.
• Ensure correct application of import and export duties, tariffs, and VAT.

Cost Control & Continuous Improvement

• Monitor departmental material spend, budgets, and supplier costs.
• Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality or compliance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and supply chain efficiency.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Buyer within a manufacturing environment.
• Professional procurement certification (e.g. CIPS Level 3 or above, or equivalent)
• Practical experience using Sage 200 for purchasing and procurement.
• Strong working knowledge of import and export duties, customs processes, and Incoterms.
• Experience procuring construction-related materials (e.g. steel, timber, fixings, M&E components)
• Excellent negotiation, commercial, and supplier management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Experience working with project-based or make-to-order manufacturing.
• Knowledge of construction standards and regulations (e.g. CE/UKCA marking, BS/EN standards).
• Understanding of logistics planning and inventory management.
• CIPS

Salary & Benefits

• Salary around 35,000 depending upon experience

• Pension, Annualised bonus scheme based on cost savings, Health Care Package, Mobile Phone, Laptop.