8 buyer jobs found

Role: Buyer Location: Gloucester Duration: 3 months Rate: £53/hour Inside IR35: Umbrella As a buyer, you'll have responsibility for negotiating with dedicated providers according to specific policies. You'll achieve the best contractual conditions while also ensuring internal customer satisfaction. You'll have ownership over the quality of your own work and the work of others on the team. You'll be focused on the execution of standard enabling activities/provision of advice subject to policy and work routines within an enabling discipline. There may be some latitude to rearrange the sequence to complete task/duties based on changing situations. Roles and Responsibilities Define supplier strategy including management and optimization of supplier panels. This role requires experience gained within sourcing and commodity management. Experience gained with engineering manufacturing is essential. Lead negotiations and allocate needs to specific suppliers. Negotiate terms and...

ROLE: Electrical Buyer LOCATION: Eastbourne HOURS: 08:00 – 17:00 Monday to Friday SALARY: £34K -  £36K (pending on experience) Key Responsibilities: Source and procure electrical materials, components, and equipment in line with project requirements Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, and ensure timely delivery of goods Raise and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company procedures Monitor stock levels and coordinate with internal teams to maintain supply continuity Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements Resolve any supply issues, discrepancies, or delays proactively Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation Work closely with project managers, engineers, and finance teams Key Requirements Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement role, ideally within the electrical, construction, or engineering sectors Strong knowledge of electrical products, materials, and...

Buyer - Temporary Contract Location: Witton Contract: 6-Month Temporary Assignment (with possible extension) Pay: £23.90 per hour An established international manufacturing business is seeking a proactive Advanced Buyer to provide additional support during a period of growth and ongoing project activity. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to strategic purchasing, supplier engagement, and new product introduction within a dynamic and fast-moving environment.  This role offers the chance to work on a variety of purchasing and programme-related activities within a global manufacturing setting. The initial contract is expected to run for six months, however, there is potential for extension based on business requirements and project demands. Responsibilities: Assist with procurement activities linked to new product introduction and project launches. Support supplier tendering processes, including request preparation, quotation assessment, and cost...

A proven defence organisation, are seeking an experienced Buyer to work within an established procurement and supply chain function and support on key projects. Role: Buyer Duration: 7-9 month contract Pay: Up to £26 p/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Yeovil (Fully onsite for first few weeks before moving to 1 day per week)In this role, you'll be responsible for managing purchase requisitions, raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, resolving order-related issues, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services to support operational requirements. Key Responsibilities: Process purchase requisitions accurately and efficiently Create, issue and manage purchase orders through SAP Monitor supplier acknowledgements and delivery commitments Resolve ordering, invoicing and delivery-related issues Work closely with internal stakeholders including Operations, Finance and Supply Chain teams Escalate commercial or contractual matters to the appropriate procurement specialists...

The RLE INTERNATIONAL Group is one of the world's leading providers in the fields of vehicle development, technology and consulting. On the basis of more than 40 years of development & consulting, we provide innovative and effective solutions for our UK customers in the area of Automotive Engineering. RLE INTERNATIONAL is represented at locations close to its customers in Europe, Asia and USA. Position Description: Rate: £27.38ph (Via Umbrella PAYE) increasing to £35.89 after 13 weeks under AWR’s – Agency Worker Regulations. Direct Commodity Buyer Powertrain components A great opportunity to work in commodity purchase with a supply base facing unprecedented levels of change with the move from internal combustion engines to EV/AV. Sourcing. Develop sourcing strategies looking at the transition from ICE to BEV to leverage best value outcomes for the business in value, quality, efficiency and capability with a financially stable & optimal supply base. Perform...

TITLE: Buyer/Supply Planner JOB REF: T3477 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temporary for 6 months with an Immediate Start LOCATION: Loughborough SALARY: Up to £29,000 dependent on experience HOURS: Monday to Friday 36.25 hours per week DURATION: Temping on an ongoing basis JR Personnel are an employment agency acting on behalf of a client who is for a Buyer/Supply Planner to manage a portfolio of products and suppliers. The Opportunity: Our client, a world leader in its industry and is seeking a candidate with knowledge and experience of purchasing/inventory management in a distribution environment. This is a temporary position within the Buying dept to start immediately. As this is working within a distribution organisation, similar experience within this arena would certainly be advantageous. The Company: Have the opportunity to gain experience within a global, award winning company who pride themselves on their commitment to providing excellent customer service with world leading products....

Our client are a global leader in security scanning systems and currently experiencing high levels of growth. They are currently seeking an experienced Buyer to join them on a temporary basis with the possibility of permanent for the right person. Duties * Place and manage purchase orders * Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. * Assist the Senior Buyer with negotiations and strategic sourcing. * Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities. * Ensure compliance with ISO standards through process documentation. * Resolve supplier invoice queries and manage demand requests. * Ensure suppliers consistently meet cost, quality, and delivery targets Requirements * Sound purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. * Strong communication and relationship-building skills. * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Premier Placement Services are acting as a recruitment business for this role

Severn & Wye Nature Programme Manager Shrewsbury, Shropshire £40,019 - £46,337per annum (FTE), depending on skills and experience + 7% pension contribution 6 months Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover (phone number removed) FTE (21 or 28 hours per week / 3 or 4 days per week depending on candidate’s experience and circumstances) Evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Paid overtime is not available, but time off in lieu of hours worked will be given. Closing date – 3rd August 2026 Interviews will be held 17th-21st August 2026 Severn & Wye Nature (SWN) is a partnership of the region's leading environmental organisations, bringing together nine Wildlife Trusts alongside The Heart of England Forest, WWT, the National Trust, RSPB, Severn Rivers Trust and The Woodland Trust. We are taking action to kickstart nature’s recovery in the heart of England and Wales. By working collaboratively, we can deliver ambitious restoration programmes across a vast landscape...