Buyer
Working within a large company, The Buyer will be responsible for the procurement of materials, components, and services used within manufacturing. The role requires a certified procurement professional with strong experience using Sage 200 and a thorough understanding of import and export duties, ensuring continuity of supply, cost control, and full compliance with construction industry standards and international trade regulations. Key Responsibilities Procurement and Supplier Management Procure raw materials, components, and subcontracted services for manufacturing operations. Source, assess, and onboard suppliers in line with company policies. Negotiate pricing, contracts, lead times, and commercial terms to support production schedules. Manage supplier performance, quality, and delivery against agreed KPIs. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including material shortages and price volatility. Manufacturing Focus Work closely with Production, Engineering, and technical teams to understand material specifications and manufacturing requirements. Ensure materials conform to the quality standards required, technical drawings, and regulatory requirements. Support project-based procurement aligned to customer programmes and timelines. Systems and Financial Control Create and manage purchase orders, call-offs, and supplier records using Sage 200 Ensure accurate pricing, cost codes, and stock data, re-order quantities and re-order levels within the ERP system. Pro-acti
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