Buyer

Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in manufacturing or engineering? Do you enjoy building supplier relationships, managing procurement processes and ensuring materials are delivered on time and to specification? We’re supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Fareham who are looking to recruit a Buyer to join their procurement team. What’s the role all about? As a Buyer, you’ll be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, components and services to support production and business operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring supply chain performance, cost efficiency and supplier quality — working closely with internal teams to support production and delivery targets. Key responsibilities Source and procure materials, components and services in line with business requirements Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost and delivery performance Negotiate pricing, terms and contracts with suppliers Monitor and manage supplier performance and lead times Raise and manage purchase orders through ERP systems Work closely with production, planning and engineering teams Identify opportunities for cost reduction and supply chain improvement Support inventory management and stock control activities Resolve supply issues and minimise disruption to production Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures What you’ll need To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: Experience in a Buyer / Procurement role within manufacturing or engineering Strong understanding of supply chain and procurement processes Experience using ERP systems Strong negotiation and supplier management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Good communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable Experience within regulated or technical manufacturing environments Knowledge of MRP systems and inventory planning Exposure to continuous improvement or cost-saving initiatives About you You’re organised, proactive and commercially aware. You enjoy building relationships and ensuring supply chain performance supports business success. You’ll be: Detail-focused and analytical A confident communicator Solutions-focused and adaptable Able to work independently and as part of a team Salary and benefits Upto £45,000pa 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays Company pension scheme Life cover Employee Assistance Programme Interested? If you’re an experienced Buyer looking for your next opportunity within a manufacturing environment in Fareham, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion. Kingdom People are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy