10 buyer jobs found in Loughborough

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....

Buyer Location: Loughborough - Bishop Meadow Road Shifts: Monday - Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00 Friday: 9:00 - 16:00 Pay Rate: £15.40 Responsibilities * Successfully implement inventory plans and purchase order processes to optimise service levels and investment. * Manage and strictly optimise supplier delivery performance to improve customer experience. * Improve inventory quality by reducing non-productive and D&E inventory exposure. * Design, refine, and implement processes to improve time management and operational efficiency. * Identify issues, analyse data, and make sound decisions, advancing to senior buyers when necessary. * Ensure service level targets (fill rate, availability) are met. * Understand company metrics and their impact on performance. * Skilfully lead all aspects of inventory management and purchasing operations. * Build and maintain positive relationships with collaborators and customers. * Track purchase orders and take action on delays. *...

Buyer Loughborough, LE11 Full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract Hours: 36.25 per week Pay rate: £15.40 per hour We're recruiting a Buyer to support purchasing and inventory management activities within a distribution environment across EMEA. This role is focused on maintaining product availability, improving supplier delivery performance, and optimising inventory investment to meet service level targets. Hours: · 36.25 per week · Mon-Thu 09:00-17:00, Fri 09:00-16:00 Pay Rate: · £15.40 per hour (approx. £29,000 salary equivalent) Key Responsibilities: · Execute inventory plans and purchase order processes to achieve fill rate/availability targets. · Raise, track and manage purchase orders end-to-end, taking action on delays and issues. · Drive supplier delivery improvements through performance tracking, metrics and regular reviews. · Improve inventory quality by reducing non-productive and Dead & Excess (D&E) stock exposure. · Review lead times and delivery...

Buyer I Location: Loughborough (Onsite) Position Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract - potential for extension Hours: 36.25 hours per week (Mon-Thu: 09:00-17:00, Fri: 09:00-16:00) Pay Rate: £14-15 per hour (Equivalent to £29,000/annum) About the Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Buyer I to join our procurement team in Loughborough. In this role, you will manage a diverse portfolio of products and suppliers across Europe. Your primary focus will be to optimize inventory levels, manage supplier delivery performance, and ensure exceptional service levels for our customers. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level procurement professional looking to make a tangible impact within a fast-paced, global distribution environment. Key Responsibilities Inventory Management: Execute inventory plans and purchase order processes to balance stock investment with high service levels; minimize non-productive and excess stock. Supplier Performance: Track purchase orders,...

Job Title: Regional Delivery Buyer - (phone number removed) Location: Coventry Maternity Cover The Opportunity Reporting to the Regional Procurement Manager this role will see you have responsibility for managing the external supply chain from suppliers. You will support the Global Commodity Leaders and Global Strategic Buyers in the development and execution of commodity strategies and the Global sourcing activity through the Global Sourcing Process (GSP). Responsible for all post sourcing and contract management activities for designated commodities and suppliers within your region. You will develop and execute key performance indicators across the designated regional suppliers, engaging with stakeholders and specialists within the Procurement Function as required, ensuring supplier performance to meet QCDIS requirements. This role is also a pivotal role for interface with other key functions within the business and acts as a core conduit for true cross functional working...

Assistant Buyer / Buyer (Fixed Term Contract) 📍 South Staffordshire 💰 Competitive Salary + Package 📅 9–12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Starting July 2026) S Guest Consultancy Services are currently recruiting for an Assistant Buyer / Buyer on behalf of a well-established and growing residential developer operating across the West Midlands. Due to a period of sustained growth and an increasing number of live developments, our client is seeking an organised and commercially aware procurement professional to join their team on a fixed-term basis, supporting the delivery of multiple residential housing developments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in materials procurement, plant hire and supply chain management who enjoys working closely with site teams and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on programme. The Role Working as part of an established commercial and procurement team, you will be responsible for managing the...

Senior Category Buyer (Infrastructure / NEC Contracts) Location: Warwick (Hybrid - with supplier site visits) Pay Rate: £500 per day via umbrella (Inside IR35) Contract Length:12-month contract The Opportunity We're supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation at a pivotal point in a long-term investment programme. They are looking for an experienced Senior Category Buyer to take ownership of a newly established procurement framework and play a key role in delivering a pipeline of critical projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-impact, autonomous role, where you'll help shape procurement delivery over the next five years - blending strategic influence with hands-on sourcing. The Role This is a high-volume, delivery-focused procurement role, where success comes from managing multiple sourcing activities simultaneously rather than focusing on one large project. You'll play a key role in bringing suppliers, project teams, and internal stakeholders...

Buyer Location: West Midlands, Wolverhampton Job Type: Contract – Full-Time Start date: 1st July Ongoing placement  Salary: £250 - £350 per day Industry: Construction A medium sized housing developer seeks a freelance commercial buyer to join their West Midlands team. This role focuses on procuring materials and services essential for house building projects, ensuring quality, value, and timely delivery within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Job Duties Source and negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best terms for materials, services and subcontract packages necessary for house building projects. Manage purchase orders, contracts and supplier relationships to ensure compliance with company standards and project requirements. Monitor market trends and evaluate alternative sources to maintain competitive pricing and availability of materials. Collaborate closely with project managers, site teams and finance to align procurement activities with project timelines and...

Interim Finance Director - Business Sale / Investment Readiness £600 - £900 per day Nottingham Our client, a market-leading SME, is a SAAS business, is seeking an immediately available finance professional to support a critical phase of growth and transformation as the business prepares for a potential sale, acquisition, or investment process. This is a hands-on, high-impact role requiring an experienced individual who can quickly immerse themselves in the business, take ownership of the financial workstreams, and ensure the company is fully prepared for external scrutiny and due diligence. Key Responsibilities: * Prepare and enhance financial information for a potential sale, acquisition, or investment process. * Review and improve the quality and accuracy of financial reporting and management accounts. * Support due diligence activities, responding to investor and buyer enquiries. * Analyse financial performance, identify key value drivers, and provide commercial...

Linsco are currently looking for a site manager to start work on a new build housing site in the Great Haddon area in Peterborough. You will help in managing on-site activities, ensuring that the project is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. This role requires strong organisational skills, a proactive attitude, and a basic understanding of residential construction processes. Key Responsibilities: Support Site Management: Assist the Site Manager in day-to-day on-site operations, ensuring that construction activities are carried out according to the project plan. Help coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and site personnel to ensure smooth work flow and timely completion of tasks. Quality Control: I implemented strict quality control measures to ensure that all refurbishment works met the high standards expected by both the company and the residents. Regular inspections were conducted to monitor progress and address any...