Average Buyer salary in the UK

A successful engineering business require a Buyer. Applicants need purchasing, or relatable experience gained in supply chain, logistics or production planning. This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspirational procurement or supply chain professional, looking to take the next step forwards in their career and join this fantastic team and business. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers and Senior Buyers reporting to a Procurement Manager. The focus of the role will be on operational procurement tasks; working closely with the MRP/ERP system, managing and analysing supplier data/KPIs and driving supply chain partners to achieve OTD/OTIF. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Purchasing materials, services, components in-line with project or programme requirementsAnalyse procurement department data to make decisionsSupplier Management and Development activities (KPI monitoring, calls, visits, audits)Coordinate with customers, suppliers and 3PL partners the logistical movements of products and status of orders Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Procurement experience (Buyer, Junior Buyer, Purchasing etc), or transferable skills gained in supply chain or logistics could workAbility to manage reports and present dataMRP/ERP literateExcellent communication and teamwork skillsAn interest in manufacturing or engineering would be advantageous but not essential

Successful engineering business require a Buyer on a 3-6 month FTC. Applicants need procurement, purchasing or supply chain experience, ideally within a manufacturing/engineering business and ideally have previous MRP/ERP exposure. The Buyer will join a small procurement team reporting to the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager. The role will focus on operational purchasing tasks - managing the purchase order process, expediting, and monitoring inventory levels, ensuring continuity of supply to the business. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Management of purchase order processRelationship building with suppliers and performance monitoringExpeditingMonitoring of inventory levelsLiaison with technical and sales colleagues Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous Procurement, Purchasing or Supply Chain experience, ideally in the capacity of Buyer, Junior Buyer, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Administrator, Expeditor, materials planning, logistics etcExperience using an MRP/ERP system, or strong MS Excel skillsExcellent communicator and relationship builderComfortable working on a FTC for 3-6 months

Global manufacturing business requires a Buyer on a 12 month FTC. Applicants should have experience as a; Buyer, Junior Buyer Assistant Buyer or in Supply Chain / Purchasing Administration, and have previous exposure to an MRP/ERP system. Hybrid working role. The Buyer will join a team of Buyers reporting to a Senior Buyer. The role will be a mix of MRP purchasing, expecting and administrative tasks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced production manufacturing environment and join a business who are true leaders within their field. Specific duties of the Buyer include: Execute purchasing activities inline with MRP demand and business requirementsRaise and manage purchase orders accurately and in a timely mannerExpedite orders and maintain close communication with suppliers to ensure OTD/OTIFLiaise with internal departments (planning, production, engineering, quality) to align purchasing needsMaintain accurate purchasing data in the MRP/ERP system, including lead times, pricing, and supplier detailsAssist with resolving invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, and non-conformance mattersSupport the procurement team with general administrative duties and reporting Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria: Previous experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer or in Purchasing Administration or Supply ChainComfort in, and familiarity to an engineering or manufacturing environmentProactive, positive and detail orientatedMRP or ERP literacy would be advantageousStrong relationship building skills, with both internal and external partiesWillingness to work on a 12 month FTC basisComfortable with hybrid working pattern