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Buyer

Recruit4staff
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 21 days
Location

Sandbach, Cheshire CW111FR, England

Salary

£36,000 - £40,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Recruit4Staff is seeking a Buyer for an internationally recognized machine manufacturer near Sandbach, UK.
  • The position offers a salary between £36,000 and £40,000 per annum, with a permanent contract and Monday to Friday working hours.
  • Candidates are required to have previous purchasing and negotiation experience, with a background in the construction industry being beneficial.
  • Key responsibilities include placing orders, providing management reports, and maintaining supplier lists for ISO 9001 compliance.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Sage is essential, alongside strong time management and a proactive approach.

Recruit4Staff are proud to be representing their client, an internationally recognised machine manufacturer, in their search for a Buyer to work from their UK manufacturing site near Sandbach.

For the successful Buyer our client is offering:

  • £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm 
  • Permanent Position
  • Free Parking 
  • Increased Company pension

The Role - Buyer

  • Provide summary reports for the management every week. These will include: new suppliers, KPIs, challenges, etc
  • Place orders for required materials, components, outsourcing, glass, finished products, etc ensuring competitive prices and acceptable delivery dates and service
  • Advise the design team of the costs of materials to help make value engineering decisions
  • Look into ways of reducing costs, such as buying better, importing, outsourcing, etc.
  • Maintain ‘Approved Suppliers’ list along with supplier reviews required for ISO 9001
  • Attend training as required and aim to develop relevant knowledge and skills.
  • Maintain and develop the stock control system

What our client is looking for in a Buyer

  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and Sage, to create well-structured spreadsheets, presentations, proposals and other documents - ESSENTIAL 
  • Previous experience in purchasing and negotiation experience - ESSENTIAL
  • Experience in the Construction industry - BENEFICIAL 
  • Skills in prioritization and time management to ensure that workload is managed effectively within agreed timeframes and deadlines.
  • A positive, proactive approach and can-do attitude.
  • Practical experience in construction

Key skills or similar Job titles: Buyer, Procurement, Purchasing, Negotiation Commutable From: Crewe, Nantwich, Cheshire, Tarporley, Chester For further information about this and other positions please apply now This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Recruit4staff (Wrexham) who are operating as a recruitment agency, agent, agencies, employment agency or employment business.

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