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Buyer - Hybrid - Bristol

ARCA Resourcing Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Buyer at a fast-growing engineering scale-up located in Bristol, requiring 3 days of onsite work per week.
  • Candidates should have proven experience as a Buyer in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
  • The role involves sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring an efficient procurement process.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and qualifications.
  • Strong negotiation skills and proficiency in ERP/MRP systems are essential, along with excellent problem-solving abilities.

?? Buyer - Engineering Scale-Up - Bristol (3 Days Onsite) ??

I am advertising on behalf of my exciting client, a fast-growing engineering scale-up, looking for a Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company, supporting cutting-edge engineering and production projects.

Why Join?
  • Work with an innovative scale-up at the forefront of engineering.
  • Hybrid flexibility - 3 days per week onsite in Bristol.
  • Make a real impact in a growing team with career progression opportunities.
The Role:

As a Buyer, you will play a key role in sourcing high-quality materials and components, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring a smooth and efficient procurement process.

?? Source, evaluate, and select suppliers to ensure the best quality, cost, and reliability.?? Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company objectives.?? Negotiate contracts and pricing to optimize supply chain costs.?? Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with quality and delivery standards.?? Work closely with engineering and production teams to meet material and component needs.?? Manage purchase orders, invoices, and delivery schedules for timely supply.?? Conduct market research to stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies.?? Proactively address supply chain challenges to minimize disruptions.?? Support inventory management improvements and continuous procurement optimizations.

What We’re Looking For:

?? Proven experience as a Buyer in an engineering or manufacturing environment.?? Strong negotiation skills with a strategic mindset.?? Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.?? Solid understanding of supply chain dynamics and procurement processes.?? Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.?? Strong communication skills - able to work cross-functionally.?? Ability to work independently and manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Nice to Have:
  • Relevant experience as a Buyer or a degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering.
  • Experience with MS Dynamics and international logistics.

Please apply for immediate consideration!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.