Buyer

Excellent Buyer Opportunity! Brand new role!
Purchasing Officer! This role is office based in Hartlepool. Ideal candidates will have buying experience from within the chemical or manufacturing sectors!

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Annual starting base Salary highly negotiable
Full time, permanent position
Monday to Friday working hours, 8am -4.30pm
This is a newly created position.
Opportunity to join an excellent and friendly commercial team.
32 days holiday leave, inclusive of bank holidays.
Upwardly mobile business encountering consistent growth, a market leader within their niche.
Permanent position from day one
Extremely positive culture

THE BUSINESS
Our client is a market leader within the Chemical Sector.

Key Responsibilities

Source and procure raw materials, consumables, and services in a cost-effective manner
Identify, evaluate, and audit suppliers to ensure compliance and quality standards
Negotiate contracts to achieve optimal pricing, lead times, and terms
Liaise with Commercial and Production teams to align purchasing with operational needs
Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock
Raise and manage purchase orders across all departments
Track supplier performance and resolve any supply issues
Maintain purchasing procedures and ensure compliance across the business Key Duties

Expedite purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
Manage supplier communication and resolve invoice/order queries
Maintain supplier approval systems and records
Create and manage items and purchase orders within Navision
Coordinate label artwork and ordering processes
Provide cost updates and communicate pricing changes to Sales Qualifications & Experience

Educated to A-level standard or equivalent vocational qualification levels with GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths & English
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) Level 3 or above (or equivalent)
Previous experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain role
Understanding of supplier management and contract negotiation
Experience within manufacturing, chemical, or industrial environments (desirable)
Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. Navision or similar)
Knowledge of inventory control and supply chain processes Skills & Competencies

Strong negotiation and commercial awareness
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
Good IT skills, including ERP systems and Microsoft Office
Full driving licence
TO APPLY
Please apply for this position and your CV will go direct to Westray Recruitment Group