Eaton Syalon Ltd
Buyer
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Buyer – Manufacturing
Newark on Trent
Salary £40,000 | Permanent
Full-time | Monday–Friday
Eaton Syalon are supporting a leading manufacturing business with the recruitment of a Buyer to join their expanding Procurement team based in the Newark area. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is ambitious, confident in their decision making and ready to take ownership of a broad and varied purchasing role.
This is a traditional Buyer position, but with the added excitement of working on project-based procurement. No two days look the same you will be involved in sourcing, negotiating, managing supplier relationships and ensuring materials, components and products are secured on time to support a busy production environment.
We are looking for someone who thrives in manufacturing, enjoys working independently and wants genuine opportunity to grow within a highly respected business.
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Key Responsibilities
- Managing end-to-end purchasing activity for a range of materials and components
- Negotiating pricing, terms and supplier agreements
- Sourcing new suppliers and maintaining strong commercial relationships
- Supporting project-based procurement across multiple departments
- Working closely with Production, Planning and Engineering teams
- Ensuring continuity of supply and resolving any supply issues proactively
- Updating internal systems, purchase orders and supplier records
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
About You
- Experience in a Buyer or Procurement role (manufacturing background ideal)
- Confident communicator with strong negotiation and supplier management skills
- Highly organised, commercially aware and proactive
- Comfortable working independently and taking full ownership of your workload
- Driven, ambitious and keen to develop within a supportive team
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work at pace
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This role is ideal for candidates based in Newark-on-Trent, Grantham, Lincoln, Mansfield, Southwell and the surrounding areas.
If you are looking for a progressive Buyer role where you can develop your career within manufacturing procurement, we’d love to speak with you.
For more information or to discuss confidentially, please contact the Professional Services team at Eaton Syalon Ltd.
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