Job Opportunity: Buyer
Location: Sheffield
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
**What's on Offer:
- A competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 depending on experience.
- Opportunity to work with a leading manufacturing business with a strong presence in the industry.
- Career development opportunities and ongoing training.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
Elevation Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a leading manufacturing business in Sheffield, known for its innovation and high-quality products, in their search for a dynamic and motivated Buyer.
As a Buyer, you will play a key role in the procurement of materials and services that are vital to manufacturing operations. Reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring that all purchasing activities are carried out efficiently and cost-effectively, helping the company maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
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Responsibilities:
- Managing supplier relationships to ensure the timely and cost-efficient procurement of raw materials, components, and services.
- Conducting market research to identify new suppliers and negotiate competitive pricing and contracts.
- Monitoring stock levels and placing orders to meet production demands.
- Working closely with production and planning teams to ensure the availability of materials.
- Identifying opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and supply chain optimisation.
- Ensuring compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures.
- Managing and resolving any supplier issues or discrepancies.
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Requirements:
- Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally within the manufacturing/engineering sector.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple suppliers and stakeholders effectively.
- A proactive and solutions-focused mindset, with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience using procurement software or ERP systems.
- CIPS qualification (or working towards) would be highly advantageous.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Buyer to join a progressive and well-established business in Sheffield. If you are looking to take the next step in your procurement career, we would love to hear from you!