Buyer/Procurement Specialist

Buyer / Procurement Specialist- Genuine Opportunity for progression!

Blackburn | Up to £50,000 basic salary + Excellent Benefits | Permanent- Fully Office Based

Are you a commercially driven procurement professional looking for your next challenge within a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

We are working exclusively with an established and growing manufacturing business based in Blackburn who are looking to appoint a Buyer / Procurement Specialist to join their growing Supply Chain team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where procurement plays a key role in supporting operational performance, production continuity, and business growth withing an award winning business.

Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will take ownership of procurement activity across assigned categories, ensuring materials and products are sourced effectively, suppliers are managed proactively, and commercial opportunities are identified and delivered.

Reporting into the Supply Chain Manager, this role will suit someone who enjoys a varied procurement position, combining supplier relationship management, purchasing activity, negotiation and continuous improvement.

Note: Systems/IT savvy candidates would excel in thsi role

The Role

You will be responsible for supporting and delivering effective procurement activity across the business, including:

Procurement & Supplier Management

Managing procurement activity across assigned product and material categories
Leading RFQs, tenders and supplier selection processes
Building strong relationships with new and existing suppliers
Supporting commercial negotiations to achieve cost savings, improved service and value
Monitoring supplier performance across quality, cost and delivery
Supporting supplier reviews and improvement initiative

Purchasing & Supply Chain Support

Managing purchase orders from placement through to delivery
Working closely with suppliers to confirm availability, lead times and delivery schedules
Monitoring stock levels across raw materials, components and finished products
Identifying and escalating potential supply risks to protect production continuity
Working collaboratively with planning, operations and wider teams to ensure requirements are met
Commercial Improvement

Reviewing supplier spend and identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement
Supporting procurement reporting and KPI tracking
Maintaining accurate supplier records and procurement documentation
Resolving supplier queries, delivery issues and invoice discrepancies
Supporting improvements to procurement processes and ways of working
About You

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded procurement professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys building strong supplier partnerships.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience within procurement, purchasing or supply chain, ideally within a manufacturing setting
Experience managing suppliers and supporting negotiations
Exposure to sourcing activity, RFQs, tenders or supplier reviews
Strong understanding of purchase order management and supplier performance
Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
Commercial awareness with the ability to analyse data and identify opportunities
Experience using ERP systems alongside Microsoft Excel
Strong communication skills with the confidence to work with internal teams and external suppliers
A CIPS qualification or working towards one would be advantageous, although practical procurement experience and the right commercial mindset are equally valued. There is opportunity for the company to fund the CIPS qualification at a later date for the perfect candidate.

What’s In It For You?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful manufacturing business where procurement is recognised as a key contributor to operational excellence.

You will benefit from:

Salary up to £45,000
Annual leave 25 days plus 8 Bank holidays
Permanent opportunity within a growing organisation
Cycle to work scheme
Employee product discount
Birthday day off
Company pension scheme with employer contribution
Supportive and collaborative working environment

Why Apply?

This role offers genuine variety and ownership, giving you the opportunity to influence supplier relationships, improve procurement processes and deliver measurable commercial value.

Whether you are an experienced Buyer looking for your next move or a Procurement Specialist ready to broaden your responsibilities, this is a great opportunity to develop your career within a successful manufacturing environment.

Location: Blackburn, free on site parking
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum plus benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, core office hours 9:30am to 4pm, full time hours 9:00am – 5:30pm but can be flexible with start and finish times to suit successful candidate.
Contract: Permanent- Office Based

To Apply, please send your current CV with salary expectations and notice period to (url removed) or call me for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed) (Victoria O’Connor)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed