Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Location: Salford

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an exciting opportunity to join one of our key clients as a Buyer within their growing and successful procurement department. This role is key to ensuring the efficient procurement and availability of products across multiple distribution sites. You’ll play a pivotal role in balancing stock availability with cost efficiency, supporting operational performance while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

The Role:

• Manage stock levels across a supplier portfolio to meet key inventory KPIs
• Optimise product availability while minimising excess and slow-moving stock
• Analyse stock trends and supplier lead times against demands
• Raise and manage purchase orders
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships
• Source new products and obtain quotations
• Provide timely updates on stock availability and delivery schedules
• Support decision-making through accurate reporting and insights
• Support onboarding of new products and suppliers

The Candidate:

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Previous buying/procurement experience within an MRP environment – desirable

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