Position: Materials BuyerLocation: LeicesterSalary: 35-40K + benefitsWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Materials Buyer to join our client''s busy procurement team. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering or manufacturing background, be CIPS qualified and possess the technical ability to interpret engineering drawings. You will play a key role in ensuring timely, cost-effective procurement of materials and components while maintaining the highest standards of quality and supplier performance.Principal Responsibilities:Plan and procure materials required for assembly in line with project requirements, while reducing inventory levels and continually reducing costs.Ensure parts and materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time for production.Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate, including discount structures and volume rebates.Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, ensuring long-term reliability and performance.Identify, exploit and monitor opportunities for reduced costs and wastage throughout the purchasing function whilst maintaining and improving product quality and on time delivery.Continually monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, cost or delivery.Support continuous improvement initiatives withing the purchasing department.Ensure all relevant ISO9001 procedures are adhered toEnsure quality and performance of ordered materials are in li