Buyer

Buyer Bridgnorth Temporary / 2-3 months / possibility of becoming permanent £15 - £20 per hour (depending on experience) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (flexi-time available) Prince are working with a well-established manufacturing business based in Bridgnorth who are looking for a Buyer to join them on a temporary basis for a few months to support during some internal movement. There is also a possibility that it could become a permanent role. The Buyer will play a key role in supporting the business Procurement function. Responsibilities and duties will include, but not limited to : Identify, assess, and select suppliers to ensure high-quality and reliable service Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value Oversee the purchasing process, including placing and managing purchase orders Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to optimize performance Address and resolve any supplier-related issues promptly and effectively Monitor and evaluate vendor performance to ensure continuous improvement Collaborate closely with departments such as Maintenance and Operations to align purchasing decisions with business needs Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures Verify vendor compliance with required accreditation certifications Adhere to established Purchasing Policies, Procedures, and deadlines Continuously develop skills and expertise through training programs Conduct regular supplier evaluations and manage supplier relationships proactively Ensure contractor services meet compliance standards and company requirements Provide support to Engineering teams throughout project lifecycles Resolve purchasing challenges, including late deliveries or incorrect orders Assist the Purchasing Manager with additional tasks as required Skills and Experience: Experience in a Buyer / Procurement / Purchasing role Strong Negotiation skills and experience in negotiating with suppliers CIPS qualification would be ideal but not essential The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours. If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: AA26427 ADZN1_UKTJ

Location: Central Park, GB

Posted Date: 2/6/2025