Buyer

Job: Buyer
Location: Bar Hill
Salary £35,000 per annum
Joining bonus of £1500 after 6 months service
Hours: (Apply online only) Monday to Thursday, Friday (Apply online only)We are seeking a proactive and organised Buyer to join a busy purchasing team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.The successful candidate will use their strong communication, administration, and Excel skills to support purchasing operations, ensure accurate supply information is maintained, and help deliver materials in line with business requirements. SAP experience is essential.Key Responsibilities:
Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
Maintain purchase order information within the MRP system
Update order acknowledgements and supplier delivery information
Monitor supplier deliveries and chase outstanding orders where required
Provide regular updates to internal teams regarding supply status and delivery dates
Maintain supply information and update internal tracking boards
Monitor customer order shortages and support resolution of supply issues
Update delivery schedules for incoming parts and materials
Communicate supplier price changes to relevant departments
Raise purchase requisitions and support the purchasing process
Work closely with stores and other internal departments to support material availability
Provide general administrative support to the purchasing functionSkills & Experience Required:
Previous experience working as a Buyer, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Administrator, or similar role
Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail
Experience using MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience essential)
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Confident communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills
Organised, accurate, and able to work independently
Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentBenefits:
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Casual dress on Fridays
Private healthcare and dental cover
Income protection
4x annual life assurance
Employee discount platform
Enhanced family leave
Profit share bonus scheme
Annual merit salary review scheme
Long service awards
Employee Assistance Programme
Referral scheme
Company events
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed