BuyerLocation: Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey Drive Value. Build Relationships. Keep Production Moving. We''re looking for a proactive and commercially minded Buyer to join a busy manufacturing environment and play a key role in keeping materials, suppliers and production running smoothly. This is a hands-on purchasing role where you''ll manage supplier relationships, negotiate costs, improve delivery performance and make sure the right materials arrive on time, at the right quality and at the right price. If you''re confident negotiating, enjoy building strong supplier relationships and want a role where your decisions have a direct impact on the business, this could be a great next move.What You''ll DoManage purchasing activity through an MRP system, responding to requirements and action messages.Ensure materials and components are purchased at the right price, quality and lead time.Manage external suppliers and subcontractors within a manufacturing environment.Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.Manage subcontract operations and ensure parts are returned within required timescales.Negotiate with suppliers to deliver cost savings and commercial improvements.Maintain personal savings plans and cost trackers.Drive improvements in Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD).Manage defective or non-conforming material returns and support corrective actions.Assist with MRP updates and purchasing data accuracy.Identify opportunities to improve ..... full job details .....