Successful high-tech manufacturing business require a Buyer. Applicants need a background within procurement or purchasing, be positive, proactive and outgoing individuals ready to make a difference within a supportive and high-performing team. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting into a Procurement Manager. The focus of the procurement activity will be on direct materials and services to support manufacturing. The business have an outstanding culture, team ethos and are now looking for a Buyer to help the company strive towards their cost savings targets. This is an excellent opportunity for someone stepping-up, or an experienced Buyer looking to make an impact around procurement strategies and best practice. Specific duties of the Buyer include:Foster strong and collaborative relationships with suppliers - drive performance, innovation and collaborationFull lifecycle procurements - supplier selection, tendering, negotiation and supplier managementManagement of the PO purchase - raise, place, expediteMaintenance of department and supplier data in MRPSupport Procurement and Supply Chain management in adoption of procurement best practice Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:Purchasing, Procurement, Buyer or related supply chain backgroundInterest in the technology manufacturing sectorIT literacy, and/or MRP, ERP experienceCommercial acumen, people skills and the ability to influenceComfortable being office based 5 days per ..... full job details .....