Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Tobridge, Kent

• Salary £45k
• Full-time
• On-site preferred
• SAP essential

The Senior Buyer will manage supplier performance, oversee purchasing activity, and maintain accurate material planning to support production. This role suits someone experienced in SAP purchasing who can negotiate effectively, assess supply risks, and maintain strong supplier relationships. The Senior Buyer will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager and provide departmental support when required.

Responsibilities Senior Buyer

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activity and maintain accurate supply schedules.
• Analyse supplier performance, costs, and risks.
• Oversee MRP outputs and ensure timely material availability.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and long-term supply agreements.
• Support departmental planning and purchasing projects.
• Build effective relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Provide guidance to junior purchasing team members.

Skills & Experience Senior Buyer

• Senior Buyer or Buyer background in manufacturing.
• SAP purchasing experience (mandatory).
• Strong negotiation and supplier management capability.
• Understanding of MRP, planning cycles, and cost drivers.
• Effective communication and organisational skills.
• Confident managing multiple priorities within a fast-moving environment.

Working Pattern Senior Buyer

• 35-hour week.
• Flexible start/finish (can start at 07:00).
• Preferably no hybrid working.

Notwithstanding the job purpose, duties and responsibilities included in this job description, the post holder must be prepared to undertake additional tasks, duties and responsibilities at the discretion of their Line Manager that fall within the objectives of the Company.

This job description reflects the present requirements of the post, and as duties and responsibilities change/develop, the job description will be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder.

TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring process