Gleeson Recruitment Group
Buyer
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Up to £37,000 + Excellent Benefits | Early Friday finish | Growth Business
We're working with a highly successful manufacturing business that's grown significantly over the last few years and has no plans on slowing down. They operate across a diverse range of industries, supporting some well-known global brands with complex, high-value products and are continuing to win major new contracts.
As a result, they're looking for a Buyer to join their collaborative procurement team.
This role is based in South Staffordshire and is commutable from Wolverhampton, Walsall, Stafford, Telford, Cannock, and surrounding areas.
This isn't the sort of role where you'll spend your day chasing paperwork. You'll be at the heart of the operation, building supplier relationships, negotiating costs, managing demand, and making sure materials arrive when they're needed to keep production moving.
What you'll be doing:
- Managing supplier relationships and performance
- Raising and managing purchase orders in line with demand
- Negotiating pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
- Supporting cost reduction initiatives across the supply chain
- Monitoring stock levels and helping minimize excess inventory
- Working closely with production, engineering, and commercial teams
- Using ERP systems to manage purchasing activity
- Helping drive OTIF performance and continuity of supply
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What we're looking for:
- Previous purchasing or buying experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong supplier management and negotiation skills
- Good systems knowledge and confidence using ERP/MRP systems
- Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Someone who enjoys working as part of a team and building relationships across the business
- CIPS qualification would be advantageous but isn't essential - support can be provided for the right person
Why join?
This is genuinely one of those businesses people rarely leave. They've built a fantastic culture, invest in their people, and have employee engagement levels well above the national average. It's a collaborative, down-to-earth environment where individuals are valued and recognized.
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Benefits include:
- Salary up to £37,000
- 12 pm Friday finish
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + extra day off for your birthday
- 5% matched pension
- Ongoing training and CIPS support
If you're a Buyer looking for a role where you can make an impact, be part of an ambitious growth story, and still enjoy a healthy work-life balance, I'd love to hear from you.
To apply for the Buyer position, please click on the apply now button, and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
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