Senior Buyer

Job Title: BuyerLocation: WolverhamptonSalary: up to £47,000 DOE

Cooper Lomaz is recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation for an experienced Buyer to join their operations team. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to procurement processes in a dynamic manufacturing and production environment.

Role Overview:As a Buyer, you will be responsible for coordinating procurement activities, including supplier selection, negotiation, and ensuring timely delivery of quality materials and services. You will play a critical role in maintaining cost-effective and efficient purchasing strategies.

Role Responsibilities:

• Maintain procurement records, tracking purchases, costs, delivery schedules, and inventory
• Place purchase orders for engineering materials, component parts, fabrications, and peripheral items
• Competitively bid product lines, negotiating prices, contract terms, and delivery schedules
• Expedite orders, ensuring timely delivery and accurate reporting on supplier performance
• Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues and non-conforming materials
• Review bid proposals and negotiate contracts within budget and programme requirements
• Assist with goods-inwards processes and liaise with internal teams to maintain procurement efficiency
• Address invoice queries in collaboration with the Accounts department

Company Overview:Our client is a well-established organisation operating in the production and manufacturing sector. They are committed to maintaining high-quality standards, efficient procurement strategies, and fostering long-term supplier relationships.

Required Skills:

• Accredited qualification in Procurement (MCIPS) or relevant experience in a manufacturing or design environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other MS Office applications
• Experience with NEC3-type contracts
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities

Desired Skills:

• Ability to mentor and train team members
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to manage supplier queries effectively

Experience:

• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management
• Familiarity with manufacturing and production environments - Ideally Nuclear

Shift Pattern:

• Monday to Friday, standard business hours

Working Location:

• Wolverhampton

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