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Buyer

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Posted on Jun 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a successful manufacturing business. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the cost-effective procurement and delivery of quality goods and services to meet operational requirements.

This role would suit someone with experience in purchasing, a strong understanding of metal products, and proven negotiation skills.

What you’ll be doing

Your key responsibilities will include:

* Managing the purchasing function effectively, ensuring robust systems are in place to purchase the right products and services at the right time, achieving the best value and service from suppliers.

* Analysing purchasing data, preparing reports, and presenting insights to managers to improve purchasing performance.

* Supporting the maintenance of ISO 9001 accreditation, particularly ensuring material test certification processes remain robust and reliable.

* Conducting supplier assessments to drive improvement and ensure compliance with quality processes.

* Managing and negotiating with key suppliers and subcontractors, developing strong relationships to maintain a reliable, cost-effective, high-quality supply base.

* Reviewing supply chain processes and internal procedures to identify opportunities for improvement.

* Identifying and sourcing new suppliers to enhance capability and provide alternative sourcing options.

* Maintaining purchasing processes and procedures across the site.

* Managing and maintaining stock levels of standard raw materials.

* Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required.

What you’ll need to succeed

Need to know

* Knowledge of non ferrous metals

* Experience maintaining effective stock control systems.

* Experience operating within a computerised MRP system.

* Understanding of quality standards such as ISO 9001.

* Competence using Microsoft Office software.

Need to have

* Proven experience working in purchasing

* Proven negotiation skills.

* Strong mathematical ability.

* Good IT skills.

* Strong analytical skills with experience working with data.

* Commercial awareness.

What’s on offer?

* £40,000 to £50,000 per annum (Competitive salary)

* Working Hours: 8am – 5pm (Monday to Thursday) & 8am – 1pm (Friday)

* 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

* Auto-enrolment pension scheme

* Development opportunities

* Free onsite parking

Plus, the opportunity to work with a great team in a relaxed but hardworking environment

Reference: 225249340

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Buyer

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 15, 2026 by CV-Library

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Cannock, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£40k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a successful manufacturing business. The main purpose of the role is to take responsibility for the cost-effective procurement and delivery of quality goods and services to meet operational requirements.

This role would suit someone with experience in purchasing, a strong understanding of metal products, and proven negotiation skills.

What you’ll be doing

Your key responsibilities will include:

* Managing the purchasing function effectively, ensuring robust systems are in place to purchase the right products and services at the right time, achieving the best value and service from suppliers.

* Analysing purchasing data, preparing reports, and presenting insights to managers to improve purchasing performance.

* Supporting the maintenance of ISO 9001 accreditation, particularly ensuring material test certification processes remain robust and reliable.

* Conducting supplier assessments to drive improvement and ensure compliance with quality processes.

* Managing and negotiating with key suppliers and subcontractors, developing strong relationships to maintain a reliable, cost-effective, high-quality supply base.

* Reviewing supply chain processes and internal procedures to identify opportunities for improvement.

* Identifying and sourcing new suppliers to enhance capability and provide alternative sourcing options.

* Maintaining purchasing processes and procedures across the site.

* Managing and maintaining stock levels of standard raw materials.

* Carrying out any other reasonable duties as required.

What you’ll need to succeed

Need to know

* Knowledge of non ferrous metals

* Experience maintaining effective stock control systems.

* Experience operating within a computerised MRP system.

* Understanding of quality standards such as ISO 9001.

* Competence using Microsoft Office software.

Need to have

* Proven experience working in purchasing

* Proven negotiation skills.

* Strong mathematical ability.

* Good IT skills.

* Strong analytical skills with experience working with data.

* Commercial awareness.

What’s on offer?

* £40,000 to £50,000 per annum (Competitive salary)

* Working Hours: 8am – 5pm (Monday to Thursday) & 8am – 1pm (Friday)

* 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays

* Auto-enrolment pension scheme

* Development opportunities

* Free onsite parking

Plus, the opportunity to work with a great team in a relaxed but hardworking environment
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Reference: 225249340

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