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Purpose : Support the implementation of procurement strategies and take responsibility where allocated. Support SRM activities to drive commodity strategies creation and cost reduction plans. Identify and develop new supply chains as required to support business objectives. Contribute to producing commercial modelling and pricing proposals. Maintaining close working relationships with the cross functional teams. Main Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for managing quotation requests from the client on a daily basis in line with SLA Management and organisation of the purchasing mailbox, solving queries and escalating to the buyers where appropriate. Preparation of enquiries and co-ordination of responses from supplier. Administrative duties that support the Purchasing team in delivering key business objectives and maintain the efficiency of the Purchasing function. Support the operational supply function with problem resolution within the supply chain as appropriate. Assist the buyers in ensuring client requests are dealt with in a timely manner Expediting quotes with new and existing suppliers Ownership of delegated tasks through to completion Management of suppliers and cost reduction projects with support provided Providing actionable summary information to the buyers Develop value adding relationships with cross functional departments and suppliers. Identification of process improvements. Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience: Confident and effective communicator to all stakeholders. Computer literacy, especially strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and able to analyse data. Strong administration skills. Proactive and self-driven. Keen attention to detail. Ability to work to strict deadlines and prioritise workload accordingly. Ability to follow work instructions and processes. Commercial awareness. Commercial analysis. Professional and ethical in approach. Results driven. Previous experience in a fast-paced purchasing department or similar environment Experience in dealing with suppliers and customers. Customer Focused. Astute in decision making / exercising judgement. Experience building supplier relationships. Strong team ethic. Full driving licence and willingness to travel. In return for your hard work, we offer excellent career progression opportunities and a professional environment where you can acquire, use, and continue developing your skills. Your package will include: Competitive Salary Pension scheme with up to 6% employer matched contributions Life assurance 25 days holiday + 8 statutory bank holidays Holiday buy-back scheme (5 additional days available) Salary sacrifice car scheme - A cost-effective way to lease a new car via salary sacrifice (subject to meeting minimum earnings eligibility criteria). Established hybrid working structure Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Employee Assistance Programme supporting wellness with immediate access for you and your family to: 1. Virtual GP consultations and second opinions 2. Mental health support and counselling 3. Online physiotherapy 4. Access to CONNECTPlus long-term health condition support 5. Wellbeing and healthy living support Cycle to work scheme Professional Membership and Study Sponsorship Quarterly employee recognition awards Employee referral scheme with financial reward Benefits hub with employee retail discounts Discounted eye test vouchers At TVS SCS we encourage and support our employees to realise their potential. They are empowered to take initiative and achieve high impact results that really make a difference to our business and our customers. Security Clearance Requirement Candidates must be eligible to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance. This process includes verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and a basic criminal records check for unspent convictions. Please note that candidates must have resided in the UK for 3 years to meet BPSS eligibility requirements. If you require any adjustments to allow you take a full and active part in the selection process, please notify us as part of your application. Please note TVS Supply Chain Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer. TVS have signed the Armed Forces covenant and are a forces friendly employer.

Buyer 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Milton Keynes Immediate Start £38k - £40k Are you an experienced Buyer looking for your next opportunity with a fast-growing and highly successful organisation? We re working with a brilliant, growing business in Milton Keynes that is looking to appoint a Buyer on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave. This is much more than a transactional buying role. You ll play a key part in developing the supply base, driving cost savings, managing supplier relationships and supporting the wider business across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality and Supply Chain. The Role As Buyer, you ll be responsible for: Managing and developing a competitive, reliable supplier base. Supporting and implementing commodity and sourcing strategies. Leading supplier selection, enquiries and negotiations. Driving cost reduction and total cost optimisation initiatives. Managing supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery and risk. Analysing supplier capacity and lead times to protect production requirements. Building strong relationships with suppliers and resolving supply issues. Working closely with Engineering, Design, Manufacturing and Quality teams on new components and technologies. Supporting continuous improvement across purchasing processes and ways of working. Representing Purchasing within cross-functional projects and meetings. Supporting supplier visits, audits and development activities. About You We re looking for someone who is commercially minded, proactive and enjoys working in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You ll ideally have: Previous experience in Purchasing/Buying within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Strong supplier management and negotiation experience. A track record of delivering against cost, quality and delivery objectives. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills. CIPS or an equivalent recognised procurement qualification is desirable. A willingness to travel to suppliers in the UK and internationally. Why Apply? This is an immediate-start opportunity with a fantastic, growing organisation where you can make a real impact. Although initially offered as a 12-month maternity cover, there is genuine potential for the role to develop into a permanent position for the right person as the business continues to grow. If you re an ambitious Buyer looking for a role where you can take ownership, influence suppliers and contribute to a growing organisation, we d love to hear from you.

Handley James are proud to be partnering with a well-established SME manufacturer, renowned for delivering high-quality bespoke products. As a result of continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to further strengthen their purchasing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to join a well-established SME and make a real difference to the business. As Senior Buyer, you will be responsible for leading key purchasing projects, You will take full responsibility for: The management of key commodities and purchasing strategies Balancing strategic purchasing with transactional elements Managing a Global supply base Leading purchasing projects An experienced Buyer or Senior Buyer it is essential that you have experience in a manufacturer and ideally an SME. You will be experienced in supplier management, supplier negotiation and cost down initiatives. You will be open to continued development and support as well as have the confidence to drive your own initiatives. Experience in commodity management and or market analysis would be a distinct advantage. This is an excellent opportunity for someone to join an established, secure and growing manufacturer in order to further support their progression. This role offers a very competitive basic salary of up to 50,000 and an excellent holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays plus Christmas Shutdown in addition to the 25. This is an opportunity with a growing manufacturer, so progression is available.

If you're looking to step up your career, JLL Workplace Management is the perfect professional home. At JLL, you'll have a chance to innovate with the world's leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing workplace and facilities management initiatives. You'll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you'll be inspired by the best. We're focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions join us at JLL Workplace Management! Role Summary: The Category Manager role sits within our UK and Ireland (UK&I) Sourcing and Procurement Team, with direct reporting to the Category Management Lead and a matrix reporting line to the EMEA Regional Category Management Lead. Operating within this dual reporting structure, the role holder will align closely with EMEA regional strategy while delivering UK and Ireland business objectives. The successful candidate will possess a proven track record of building deep market knowledge across all service lines and sectors where we currently operate, and the ability to develop Category strategies which support and facilitate the business in delivering optimal Client solutions and benefits. Additionally, this position involves developing and managing preferred suppliers while identifying opportunities to balance self-performance versus delivery through preferred supplier partners. Experience operating effectively within matrix reporting structures and balancing regional and local priorities will be essential. Key Responsibilities and Deliverables: Strategic Category Management: Serve as hard services category specialist and subject matter expert for allocated categories. Soft services experience also desirable. Develop and execute category strategies aligned with UK&I business needs and EMEA regional direction. Drive preferred supplier list consolidation, leverage economies of scale, and deliver measurable value. Procurement and Solution Development: Create strategic solutions for commodity and service requirements. Manage end-to-end procurement events including RFP management, bid analysis and stakeholder liaison. Lead category strategy execution and proactively identify improvement opportunities. Support new business pursuits, transitions and client renewals by defining optimal supply chain solutions.Financial Performance: Deliver financial targets while identifying additional value opportunities. Lead the Alliance Programme to drive supplier partnerships and achieve revenue targets. Provide monthly tracking and collaborate with finance partners. Mitigate external impacts including inflation and material shortages. Market Intelligence: Maintain strong facilities management market knowledge and develop category insights. Apply market intelligence to identify and qualify new suppliers. Develop comprehensive understanding of WPM UK&I self-delivery versus subcontracting strategy and create make-versus-buy scenarios. Supply Chain Management: Utilize supply chain analytics to assess category needs. Rationalize supply base and implement strategic supplier frameworks. Develop Supplier Relationship Management and Performance Management programmes with key partners to maximize PSL value through insights into supplier capabilities, new business pipelines, responsible procurement initiatives, innovations, and HSSE compliance. Engage stakeholders as relationship sponsors and promote PSL capabilities through targeted events and communications to drive business adoption. Business Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with Sourcing and Procurement, EMEA Category Management and key stakeholders across JLL. Establish a network of SMEs and integrate them into supply chain activities. Governance, Compliance & Reporting: Manage supplier onboarding and challenge new supplier requests where PSL coverage exists. Ensure compliance with Responsible Procurement and HSSE standards. Partner with specialist teams to deliver social value opportunities and maintain contractor compliance. Maintain current Buyers Guides and Category Dashboards. Serve as primary escalation point for Category Management enquiries. Apply ethical company standards consistently across all activities. WPM UK&I Self-Delivery: Partner with WPM UK&I self-delivery business to ensure the PSL effectively supports operational requirements across all business sectors (National Engineering, Hall and Kay, Integral Cooling Technologies, WPM Soft Services, etc.), working closely with sector leads to drive supplier performance, enable efficient self-delivery operations, and deliver continuous improvement aligned to business objectives. Key Expectations: Serve as hard services category subject matter expert and primary point of contact Lead end-to-end procurement: RFPs, supplier due diligence, contract negotiation, and implementation Deliver SRM and SPM programs across allocated categories to maximize PSL value Achieve financial targets and Alliance Programme revenue goals through strategic supplier partnerships Develop and execute category strategies with supplier summaries, market insights, and stakeholder engagement plans Maintain facilities management market intelligence and identify/qualify new suppliers Rationalise supply base and drive PSL consolidation to leverage economies of scale Partner with WPM UK&I self-delivery operations to support business requirements Drive PSL Compliance across the organization Ensure compliance with Responsible Procurement and HSSE standards Manage supplier onboarding and challenge unnecessary new supplier requests Maintain Buyers Guides, Category Dashboards, and provide data-driven insights Build strong relationships with stakeholders, functional leads, SMEs, and EMEA Category Management teams Provide strategic thought leadership to identify cost and operational efficiencies Support new business pursuits, transitions, and client renewals with optimal supply chain solutions Operate within matrix reporting structure, balancing EMEA regional and UK&I local priorities Proven ability to deliver results in challenging environments Requirements & Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant Master's degree preferred. Certifications: Professional procurement certifications highly valued: CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), MCIPS, or equivalent. Previous Experience: 5+ years progressive FM procurement / category management experience UK&I FM category management experience Hard Services is the preference, but some Soft Services experience will also be relevant to this role. Ideally experience of working within a Hard Services or an Engineering discipline. Targeted Competencies: Proven supplier management capabilities encompassing commercial performance, risk mitigation, and relationship development Demonstrated proficiency in procurement leadership, negotiation, stakeholder influence, and change management governance Strong written and verbal communication skills across all organizational levels Excellent interpersonal and organisational abilities Strategic supplier relationship management experience with C-suite executives and procurement leadership, including initiative presentation and buy-in Track record of delivering measurable value, insight, and innovation Demonstrated success delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments with competing priorities Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively under tight deadlines Advanced MS Office proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Experience with CAFM systems and e-sourcing platforms preferred Strong analytical capabilities with expertise in data analysis, reporting, and category strategy development We can t wait to see where your ambitions take you at JLL. Apply today!

Global Commodity Senior Buyer Bristol On-site Up to £60,000 + Strong Benefits Package Aerospace/defence/civil Shape global supply chains. Influence strategy. Help build the future of aerospace. This is an opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to step into a high-impact Global Commodity Senior Buyer position within a technically advanced aerospace manufacturing environment. You'll take ownership of significant strategic spend across Machining, Fabrications and Special Processes , working across a complex international supply chain and partnering with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver measurable commercial value. The procurement function has responsibility for more than £100m of expenditure , this is a role where your procurement expertise, commercial judgement, and ability to influence will genuinely make a difference. The Opportunity As Global Commodity Senior Buyer, you'll help shape and execute commodity strategies across multiple sites, ensuring the supply chain can support both current operations and future business growth. You'll combine strategic procurement, supplier management, commercial negotiation, and category expertise , working closely with engineering, operations, finance, and other key stakeholders. This is not simply a buying role. You'll be expected to understand the market, challenge existing thinking, identify opportunities and turn strategy into tangible results. What you'll be doing Develop and execute commodity strategies that maximise value and support business objectives. Manage significant spend across Machining, Fabrications and Special Processes . Analyse expenditure, cost drivers, and supply markets to identify opportunities for improvement. Lead strategic sourcing activity across multiple sites and business areas. Develop and negotiate commercial agreements and contracts with key suppliers. Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers while maintaining appropriate commercial leverage. Segment and manage the supplier base according to business requirements and strategic importance. Establish effective supplier governance and performance management frameworks. Drive measurable cost savings, value creation, and commercial improvements. Ensure contracts and sourcing strategies are effectively implemented across the business. Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand current and future programme requirements. Support new business and growth opportunities by developing capable, competitive supply chains. Support major bids and programmes where significant commodity requirements exist. Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and contractual compliance. Use market intelligence and supplier insight to continuously improve category strategies. What we're looking for We're looking for a procurement professional who combines strategic thinking with a hands-on, delivery-focused approach . You'll ideally have: Around 5+ years' experience in strategic sourcing and procurement . Strong experience managing significant, multi-million-pound spend. Knowledge of relevant manufacturing categories, ideally including machining, fabrication, or special processes. A proven track record of delivering measurable procurement savings and commercial value. Strong strategic sourcing and category management capability. Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. Excellent commercial awareness and the ability to identify opportunities beyond straightforward cost reduction. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. The confidence to influence across a complex, multi-site organisation. A pragmatic approach and the determination to turn strategy into results. Experience within aerospace, advanced engineering or another technically complex manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous. CIPS or a relevant degree/professional qualification would be desirable. Why join? This is a chance to join an organisation operating at the cutting edge of aerospace manufacturing, where procurement is genuinely viewed as a strategic function. You'll have the opportunity to work with sophisticated supply chains, major international suppliers and technically demanding categories while playing a direct role in improving competitiveness and supporting future growth. The package Salary up to £60,000 , depending on experience Annual bonus Industry-leading pension 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Plus, numerous fringe benefits Excellent long-term career progression Ready to take your procurement career to the next level? If you're an ambitious procurement professional who wants to take ownership of major categories, influence supply chain strategy and deliver meaningful commercial results, this could be your next move. Join a business where procurement has a seat at the table and where your decisions can help shape the future of aerospace. Important Information This role is fully site-based in Bristol . Applicants must have the right to work in the UK . Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available for this position . The successful candidate will also be required to obtain and maintain BPSS security clearance as part of the recruitment process. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. 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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager to join a growing and innovative manufacturing business based in Lymington , offering a salary of up to 55,000 . This position will be responsible for leading the procurement function, managing a team of buyers and ensuring the effective delivery of operational and strategic procurement activities. The ideal candidate will have previous buying or procurement experience within a technical manufacturing background. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager include: Lead and develop the Procurement team, setting clear KPIs, coaching performance and fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture. Own end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities, ensuring continuity of supply, production requirements and effective orderbook and inventory management. Drive commercial value and cost efficiency through strategic sourcing, tendering, negotiation, supplier agreements and continuous improvement initiatives. Build and manage strategic supplier relationships, improving quality, cost and OTIF performance while identifying and mitigating supply chain risks. Partner cross-functionally with Production, Engineering, Quality, R&D, Sales and other stakeholders to resolve supply issues and support business growth and product development. Ensure procurement excellence and compliance, maintaining robust processes, accurate ERP data and forecasts, monitoring KPIs, and adhering to ISO9001, ethical sourcing and relevant legislation. Person Specification of the Procurement Manager: Proven leadership experience, with at least 2 years' experience leading, developing and motivating procurement or purchasing teams. Strong procurement and commercial expertise, including strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, negotiation, contract management and a sound understanding of manufacturing supply chains. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make commercially sound decisions, manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to negotiate, influence and collaborate effectively across teams and with suppliers. Proactive, organised and customer-focused approach, with high attention to detail, resilience, a commitment to continuous improvement Salary Up to 55k This position requires full on-site presence This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a procurement manager, purchasing manager, supply chain manager, strategic buyer, strategic procurement manager, commodity manager, category manager, principal buyer or purchasing lead

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST / LEAD BUYER Bristol Hybrid - ideally 3 days per week onsite About the Role: ARCA is working with a pioneering and fast-growing engineering and technology company that is reshaping the high-performance simulator industry. We are seeking a Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a key role supporting engineering and production teams by sourcing high-quality materials and components, negotiating supplier contracts, and ensuring a smooth procurement process aligned with the company s rapid expansion plans. Key Responsibilities / Skills: Procurement Operations & Supply Chain Management Negotiate contracts , terms, and prices with suppliers to ensure the best possible conditions for the company aligned with supply chain strategy. Management of high risk and/ or strategic procurement projects to deliver works, goods, and services, which meet or exceed customer requirements Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the company's standards for quality, cost, and reliability. Develop and implement procurement strategies relating to categories that are managed by Buyer and that align with company goals and project timelines. Manage and monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics. ensuring that they are in line with the supplier performance management process. Collaborate with the engineering and production teams to understand their material and component requirements. Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends and emerging technologies that could impact supply chain strategies. Stay up to date on commodity trends, currency fluctuations, tariffs, and international trade policies that could influence purchasing decisions. Manage the supplier forecast, delivery schedules and re-schedule requests with suppliers in a timely manner to minimise impact on production schedules Responsible of reviewing and approving ECOs and setting up items in Business System. Support in the regular review and improvements of procurement policies, procedures, controls and business systems across the organisation. Contribute to the continuous review of current supply chain agreements vs new product needs to optimise spend and quality. Ensure procurement activities comply with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. Promote sustainable procurement practices and alignment with corporate social responsibility goals. Maintain accurate and auditable procurement documentation. Financial & Risk Management Support in ensuring that the material purchasing requirements in the forward forecasts, ensure we are getting value for money from our supply chain, and implementing procurement initiatives to drive cost savings for the business against project budgets Oversee critical suppliers credentials and risk levels. Support in the continuous improvement of cost management optimisation. Implement risk management practices to minimise exposure to supply chain disruptions, compliance breaches, or reputational damage Desirable: Bachelor s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or equivalent experience. CIPS qualification. Familiarity with MS Dynamics and international logistics. Please apply via the link for immediate consideration.

A rare opportunity to take full commercial ownership of a fresh produce category within a major UK grocery retail environment. Trading Manager - Fruit / Fresh Produce Yorkshire area Permanent Hybrid/onsite pattern: on-site four days per week Package: c. 55,000- 65,000 depending on experience + 5.7k cash allowance + bonus + benefits The Opportunity We're supporting a major UK grocery retailer with multiple Trading Manager vacancies across fresh fruit / produce categories. These are broad category ownership roles, covering the retail proposition, procurement strategy, supplier base, commercial performance and seasonal trading across key produce areas. You will be responsible for how your category performs commercially, how it is positioned for customers, how suppliers are selected and managed, and how seasonal movement, availability, quality, margin and price competitiveness are balanced. The core roles sit across fresh fruit categories, with scope varying by category area. One role may also include retail-side responsibility for a related seasonal grocery category, working closely with a separate specialist procurement team. This is a fast-paced, commercial role where decisions matter quickly. You will work closely with retail, procurement, supplier and grower-facing teams to keep the customer proposition and supply strategy joined up. Key Responsibilities Own the commercial performance of a fresh produce category, balancing sales, margin, availability, value and customer quality. Build and deliver category plans across range, pricing, promotions, supplier base and seasonal trading. Shape the procurement approach and supplier strategy for your core produce category. Manage seasonal plans, crop transitions, commodity movement and supply risk. Work closely with internal teams, suppliers and growers to make joined-up trading decisions. Use sales, margin, SKU and supplier data to identify opportunities and improve category performance. What We're Looking For You'll need a strong commercial background in fresh produce, fresh food, grocery trading, buying, procurement or fast-moving short-shelf-life categories. Fresh produce experience would be ideal, but the client is open to people coming from either the supplier side or retail side. You do not need to have done both from day one if you have the commercial judgement, pace and curiosity to learn the missing side. This could suit someone with experience as a Trading Manager, Buying Manager, Category Buyer, Commercial Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Produce Buyer or supplier-side Commercial Manager. You're likely to do well here if you enjoy pace, numbers, supplier conversations, seasonal complexity and taking ownership of commercial decisions. Why Join? This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants more than a narrow buying or procurement role. You'll have real ownership of a visible fresh produce category, with direct influence over retail performance, supplier strategy, customer value and seasonal execution. The role also offers meaningful exposure to growers, suppliers and international sourcing markets, with overseas travel expected around four to six times per year depending on category. The package includes salary, bonus, cash allowance and a strong wider benefits offering. If you're interested in learning more, we'd be happy to have a confidential conversation.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading design and manufacturer of electronic equipment and instruments as a Buyer. Based in Huntingdon this is a fully onsite position. This key position sits within an established purchasing team and is to support the sourcing and supply of electronic components as per production requirements. The successful candidate must have experience purchasing electronic components with the supply chain globally based. Key responsibilities of the Buyer Source components based on forecast and average usage data Issue RFQs and collate responses Order through franchised distribution to lead time Order from alternative sources to fill any gaps Obtain acknowledgements and file appropriately Report regularly on progress Engage with New Projects and attend NPI meetings where required Deputise for the Purchasing Manager where required Support Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and experience required of the Buyer Experience of a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment Experience of buying electronic components Experience of using MRP/ERP systems Excellent communication skills Commercially astute Strong negotiation skills This position would suit someone with experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain as a Junior Buyer, Buyer, Senior Buyer, purchasing specialist, category manager or commodity manager.

Job Title: Buyer (Electronics Manufacturing) Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Thurlby Thandar Instruments is an established leading design and manufacturer of electronic test and measurement instruments. With over three decades of experience, we supply our products throughout the world via carefully selected distributors and partners. We are located in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire where we design and manufacture our wide range of test instrumentation. We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Purchasing team. This is a key role within a busy electronics manufacturing environment, supporting the sourcing and supply of electronic components required for production and new product introduction. The successful candidate will have experience within an electronic component supply chain and will be confident sourcing strategically important parts based on forecast demand, usage data and production requirements. You will work with franchised distributors, alternative sources and, where appropriate, the grey market to help secure stock and minimise supply risks. This role would suit someone who is commercially aware, well organised and able to work on their own initiative in a fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities: You will be responsible for: Sourcing components based on forecast demand and average usage data Issuing RFQs and collating supplier responses Placing orders through franchised distribution in line with supplier lead times Sourcing from alternative suppliers to fill supply gaps where required Obtaining order acknowledgements and ensuring they are filed appropriately Reporting regularly on purchasing progress, risks and supply issues Supporting new projects and attending NPI meetings when required Deputising for the Purchasing Manager when needed Supporting the Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate will have: Experience working in a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment Experience buying electronic components Good literacy and numeracy skills Strong general office and administration skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work unsupervised A confident and professional telephone manner The ability to build relationships quickly with suppliers and internal teams Good commercial awareness Solid negotiation skills Experience of Syspro would be a distinct advantage. Personal Attributes: We are looking for someone with drive, determination and a proactive approach. You should be able to prioritise effectively, communicate clearly and take ownership of supply issues through to resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Buyer to play an important role in supporting production, new product introduction and supplier performance within a well-established electronics manufacturing business. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Buyer, Electronics Buyer, Component Buyer, Purchasing Buyer, Procurement Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Technical Buyer, Supply Chain Buyer, Electronics Procurement Specialist, Component Sourcing Specialist, Purchasing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Specialist, Materials Buyer, Commodity Buyer, Sourcing Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Executive, Procurement Executive, Supply Chain Coordinator, may also be considered for this role.

The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a leading automotive manufacturer seeking an experienced Buyer to join its Procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven procurement professional to manage a diverse portfolio of direct commodities, supporting production through strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimisation initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for procuring a broad range of direct materials, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved while building strong supplier partnerships and supporting business growth. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of direct procurement categories, including raw materials, components, assemblies, castings, forgings, plastics, electronics, fasteners, fabricated parts, and subcontract services. Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational objectives. Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers while maintaining strong relationships with existing strategic suppliers. Lead supplier negotiations covering pricing, contracts, payment terms, and long-term supply agreements. Deliver annual cost reduction initiatives through commercial negotiations, value engineering, supplier consolidation, and process improvements. Monitor supplier performance against agreed KPIs, including quality, cost, delivery, responsiveness, and continuous improvement. Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Logistics, and Supply Chain teams to support production requirements and New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes. Manage RFQs, supplier quotations, commercial evaluations, and sourcing decisions. Support supplier audits, supplier development activities, and corrective action programmes where required. Analyse market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to develop mitigation strategies. Ensure continuity of supply while proactively managing supplier capacity and potential risks. Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, and contracts within the ERP system. Support inventory optimisation and working capital improvement initiatives. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, quality standards, and customer requirements. Key Requirements Previous experience as a Buyer within an automotive manufacturing environment. Experience managing multiple direct procurement commodity categories. Strong commercial negotiation and supplier relationship management skills. Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and supply chain operations. Experience managing RFQs, supplier selection, and contract negotiations. Good understanding of cost breakdown analysis and value engineering principles. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications is advantageous. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, IFS, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Full UK driving licence (if supplier visits are required). Desirable Experience Experience working with OEMs or Tier 1 automotive suppliers. Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and automotive quality standards. Exposure to international sourcing and global supplier management. Understanding of commodity market analysis and raw material pricing. CIPS qualification or working towards MCIPS. Key Competencies Strategic Sourcing Direct Procurement Supplier Relationship Management Commercial Negotiation Category Management Cost Reduction & Value Engineering Supplier Performance Management Risk Management Data Analysis & Reporting Cross-Functional Collaboration Project Management Continuous Improvement What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to join a well-established automotive manufacturer. Exposure to a broad range of direct procurement categories. Career progression and professional development opportunities. Collaborative and supportive working environment. Pension scheme. Annual bonus (where applicable). Employee wellbeing and recognition programmes. This role is ideal for an ambitious Buyer looking to broaden their category management experience and play a key role in supporting a high-performing automotive manufacturing operation. You will have the opportunity to influence procurement strategy, build strong supplier partnerships, and deliver measurable commercial value within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to new heights? Join our client, a leader in the Aerospace industry, as an Indirect Buyer and play a pivotal role in sourcing and managing indirect goods and services. If you're passionate about strategic procurement and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Summary: Start date: ASAP Duration: 6 months ongoing Location: Wolverhampton Pay Rate: 21.83 per hour Hours: 37 per week Monday to Friday - all onsite Role Overview: As an Indirect Buyer, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end procurement process across Facilities Management (FM), Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), and Capital Expenditure (Capex). This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with policies, robust sourcing strategies, and effective supplier management. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Compliance: - Execute sourcing activities in alignment with procurement policies. - Lead RFQ/RFP processes to ensure fairness and transparency. - Conduct evaluations and ensure compliance with audit requirements. Commodity & Spend Management: - Act as the focal point for assigned indirect categories. - Develop sourcing strategies to achieve site and enterprise objectives. - Drive cost reduction and monitor supply chain risks. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): - Manage strategic supplier relationships and monitor performance. - Lead business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. - Ensure compliance with supplier requirements and resolve escalations. Operational Procurement Execution: - Execute Procure-to-Pay activities within SAP. - Ensure timely purchase order placements and support invoice resolution. - Maintain data integrity across vendor and contract information. Governance, Risk & Controls: - Ensure compliance with the organization's Code of Conduct. - Maintain audit-ready documentation for all procurement activities. - Identify and mitigate supply chain risks effectively. Data, Analytics & Reporting: - Leverage SAP to analyse spend and supplier performance. - Track procurement KPIs and provide data-driven insights for decision-making. What You Bring: Proven experience in indirect procurement within a regulated environment, ideally aerospace. Strong understanding of procurement governance and compliance frameworks. Demonstrated sourcing, negotiation, and contract management skills. Proficiency in SAP (MM/P2P processes is essential). Strong analytical skills with a knack for spend analysis and reporting. Key Competencies: A compliance and governance mindset Commercial acumen and negotiation prowess Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Attention to detail and process discipline Desirable Qualifications: CIPS qualified or working towards it Familiarity with aerospace quality and regulatory standards Experience in supplier performance management frameworks Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognised. You'll have the chance to work with a talented team, develop your career in procurement, and make a meaningful impact in the aeronautics industry. If you're ready to soar to new heights with us, please apply today! Your future starts here. If you do not hear back after 5 working days, please assume that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)

The Bread Factory is London's leading Artisan Bakery, known for award-winning breads, pastries, and cakes, supplying top-quality products across e-commerce, grocery, food services, and retailers such as our GAIL's Bakeries nationwide. As our teams grow, we seek our next Packaging Buyer to join our team. Every day is different at The Bread Factory, but here are some of the things you will be doing: Manage the full procurement process including market research, competitive pricing, supplier selection and negotiation, contract implementation and supplier performance review on ingredients. Manage the packaging and GNFR categories, retender as appropriate, according to buying calendars and seasonality. Actively maintain live knowledge of supply markets and implement buying strategy. Manage supplier relationship of key suppliers, monitoring KPIs such as price competitiveness and service level. Support NPD and Marketing plans by sourcing new products for launches. Liaise with the Production, Purchasing, NPD, Finance, Technical, Sales and Operations teams to ensure a smooth running of the business. Our team tells us you will be a great addition if you have: Proven experience in procurement as a Buyer, ideally within packaging markets or trading environments categories. A strong analytical mindset with the ability to track market trends and supplier performance. Knowledge of global commodity markets and trading environments. Building supplier relationships and managing stakeholder expectations. Presenting strategies, insights, and performance reviews to senior leaders. A curious, commercial, and proactive approach to procurement. A passion for efficiency, sustainability, and delivering value to the business. What's in it for you: Fresh bread daily to take home to enjoy with family and friends. 50% discount at GAIL's and 40% off at The Bread Factory & The Flour Station Markets. 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounts and Savings from high-street retailers and restaurants 24-hour GP service Cycle to work scheme We Care about a Job Well Done: Since 1993, we have been champions in traditional baking with the finest ingredients and techniques. We always do things the right way, not the easy way. We Care about Baking: At The Bread Factory, all our teams take pride in crafting beautiful, freshly baked loaves, pastries, and cakes. We are all passionate about our products and share knowledge among us all. We Care about Each Other: We always act with respect, empathy, and support to our employees, neighbours and customers. We Care about Community: We believe in minimising unsustainable practices and reducing waste. While ensuring we continue to provide everyone with nutritious high-quality food. We Care about Nature: We're committed to sustainability across our supply chain-from reducing waste and reusing surplus to supporting regenerative farming that helps restore the planet.

Are you ready to take your procurement expertise to new heights? Join our client, a leader in the Aerospace industry, as an Indirect Buyer and play a pivotal role in sourcing and managing indirect goods and services. If you're passionate about strategic procurement and thrive in a dynamic environment, we want to hear from you! Summary: Start date: ASAP Duration: 6 months ongoing Location: Wolverhampton Pay Rate: £21.83 per hour Hours: 37 per week Monday to Friday - all onsite Role Overview: As an Indirect Buyer, you'll be responsible for the end-to-end procurement process across Facilities Management (FM), Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), and Capital Expenditure (Capex). This role is crucial in ensuring compliance with policies, robust sourcing strategies, and effective supplier management. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Compliance: - Execute sourcing activities in alignment with procurement policies. - Lead RFQ/RFP processes to ensure fairness and transparency. - Conduct evaluations and ensure compliance with audit requirements. Commodity & Spend Management: - Act as the focal point for assigned indirect categories. - Develop sourcing strategies to achieve site and enterprise objectives. - Drive cost reduction and monitor supply chain risks. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): - Manage strategic supplier relationships and monitor performance. - Lead business reviews and continuous improvement initiatives. - Ensure compliance with supplier requirements and resolve escalations. Operational Procurement Execution: - Execute Procure-to-Pay activities within SAP. - Ensure timely purchase order placements and support invoice resolution. - Maintain data integrity across vendor and contract information. Governance, Risk & Controls: - Ensure compliance with the organization's Code of Conduct. - Maintain audit-ready documentation for all procurement activities. - Identify and mitigate supply chain risks effectively. Data, Analytics & Reporting: - Leverage SAP to analyse spend and supplier performance. - Track procurement KPIs and provide data-driven insights for decision-making. What You Bring: Proven experience in indirect procurement within a regulated environment, ideally aerospace. Strong understanding of procurement governance and compliance frameworks. Demonstrated sourcing, negotiation, and contract management skills. Proficiency in SAP (MM/P2P processes is essential). Strong analytical skills with a knack for spend analysis and reporting. Key Competencies: A compliance and governance mindset Commercial acumen and negotiation prowess Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Attention to detail and process discipline Desirable Qualifications: CIPS qualified or working towards it Familiarity with aerospace quality and regulatory standards Experience in supplier performance management frameworks Why Join Us? This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant environment where your skills will be valued and your contributions recognised. You'll have the chance to work with a talented team, develop your career in procurement, and make a meaningful impact in the aeronautics industry. If you're ready to soar to new heights with us, please apply today! Your future starts here. If you do not hear back after 5 working days, please assume that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser

French Speaking Operational Buyer Leicester Salary £32000 - £35000 Permanent Full-time Hybrid Macildowie are working with this client based in Leicester to recruit a French Speaking Operational Buyer into their Purchasing team within a specialist distribution and manufacturing supply chain environment. This is a fast-paced role focused on back-to-back purchasing, supplier management, order progression and supporting the wider business in delivering a high level of customer service. You'll be responsible for placing and managing orders, chasing acknowledgements and overdue deliveries, maintaining supplier order books, resolving order queries and making day-to-day logistical decisions to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery. The role will suit someone with purchasing experience, or exposure to the purchasing process, who enjoys supplier interaction, internal collaboration and working in a busy operational environment. Key responsibilities include: Back-to-back order placement and process management Maintaining purchasing KPIs and process documentation Chasing supplier acknowledgements and overdue orders Supporting supplier set-up and pro forma payment processes Building strong relationships with internal teams and suppliers Supporting monthly purchasing and sales reviews Resolving order issues and contributing to reject issue close-outs Reviewing delivery schedules and supporting inventory efficiency Working closely with Commodity Buyers to monitor trends and suggest stock changes The ideal candidate will have:French speaking is essential Purchasing experience or a strong understanding of purchasing processes Experience dealing with suppliers or customers Strong organisation skills and attention to detail A proactive, confident and self-motivated approach The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment Good communication skills across internal and external stakeholders Strong Microsoft Office skills A willingness to learn and improve processes Driving ability would be beneficial, but is not essential This is a great opportunity for a purchasing professional who wants to join a collaborative, agile and customer-focused environment where each day brings new challenges and opportunities to improve.

Morson is delighted to be working in partnership with a market leading Aerospace organisation to recruit a Buyer for an initial 6 Month contract. There is a rate of £18-£20 PAYE per hour + Holiday Pay on offer for the successful candidate. The role would be based out of my client s state of the art operations in Cwmbran Please find the job spec. below: Job Summary Responsible for issuing Request for Proposals/Quotations (RFP/Q) to strategic suppliers within the Target Purchasing Strategy (TPS) using available engineering data for key events such as PDR, CDR, Test and initial shipsets. Identify and implement cost saving opportunities within the Supply Chain to meet programme budgets. Creation and management of supplier Long Term Agreements (LTA). Raising of Purchase Orders (PO) against MRP demand for initial programme events such as CDR, Test, Shipset 1. Scope of Responsibilities • This role is within the Commodity team which forms part of the wider Strategic Purchasing team based in Cwmbran of which there are thirty plus team members. • Contribution towards the annual direct purchasing spend for SGB programmes of £160M with a savings challenge. • Travel both within the United Kingdom and internationally is required to carry out activities such as supplier Annual Performance Reviews (APR) and project specific meetings/workshops. • Leadership of multi Business Unit cross functional RFP s. Key Responsibilities and Duties • To issue and monitor RFP/Q s to strategic suppliers using available engineering data. • Review and selection of suppliers based on proposals/quotations received. • Setup supplier data within the business ERP system. • Using MRP data to raise necessary PO s and work with a predetermined number of suppliers to ensure that materials ordered are delivered on time in full, and to the correct quality standards. • To develop partnerships and relationships with suppliers. • To manage purchasing projects such as industrialisation of new products that include but are not limited to composite, metallic and electrical components. • To actively engage within the appropriate Target Purchasing Strategy. • Ensure OTIF from supply base meets the MRP requirements. • Ensure all KPI s are reported and updated in accordance with requirements. • To ensure Program/Business Sectors are supported and managed to effectively satisfy all requirements. • To ensure that the service provided by suppliers meets required levels. • To ensure communication to Suppliers is of a consistently high standard to support communication throughout the business. • To provide Management Metrics to allow for accurate and easy monitoring of progress. • To organise the placement of purchase orders to fulfil the MRP requirements on both individual and team accounts. • To resolve discrepancy and invoice queries in line with own and team KPI. • To manage open rework orders within the supply chain, ensuring that they are completed in a timely manner with own and team KPI. • Monitor and reduce the Open Order Book arrears with own and team KPI. • To create and manage supplier Long Term Agreements. Simply hit the 'Apply Now' button for immediate consideration.

Quality Engineer Plymouth, commutable from: Yelverton, Tavistock, Ivybridge, Saltash Up to £50,000 per annum DOE + Monthly & Yearly Bonus + Life Insurance + Pension 33 Days Holiday + Early Finish on Friday Excellent opportunity for a Quality Engineer for an immediately available role working for a market-leading, international company. The company are a well-established, highly revered manufacturing company in the Plymouth area with sites across the world that not only are renowned for the quality of their products but also for being a leading and progressive employer within the area. Due to growth, they are currently looking for a Quality Engineer to join the team. The person will come from a Quality Engineering background and have knowledge of a variety of processes within a manufacturing/engineering environment. The Role: PPAP, ensure appropriate controls are in place e.g. Inspection plans, SPC etc, when required, work with commodity buyers to find and approve new suppliers, Liaising directly with suppliers to overcome problems, supplier audits (both on site and remotely), parts rejection process, supplier visits, managing customer compliance, implement root cause analysis and preventive action £38,000.00-£50,000.00 per annum, dependant on experience Yearly bonus, monthly performance related bonus, company pension matched up to 5%, 3x life insurance, 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme The person: HNC or above in an Engineering discipline Internal auditor experience Knowledge of Knowledge of measuring techniques, gauge R&R, Cp/Cpk studies Reference Number: BBBH273565 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Sophie Fox at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Commodity Buyer - Buildings & Construction (UK) Location: Broughton (Hybrid - 3 days on-site) Contract Type: PAYE or Umbrella Hours: 35 per week (4.5-day week, flexible between 7am-7pm) Security Clearance: BPSS+ (Airbus to arrange) Rate: £32 click apply for full job details