Average Buyer salary in Reading

Buyer Location: Wallingford, OxfordshireHybrid Pattern: Minimum 4 days onsiteSalary: £50,000 per annum + Benefits incl Equity The RoleAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a fast-growing technology and manufacturing business.You will be responsible for day-to-day purchasing activity, ensuring materials, components and outsourced assemblies are available to support production. Working closely with suppliers and internal teams, you will manage orders, delivery schedules, supplier performance and supply issues while supporting cost and efficiency improvements.Key ResponsibilitiesManage purchase orders for materials, components and outsourced assemblies.Liaise with suppliers on orders, delivery dates and shipments.Expedite or defer orders based on production requirements.Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply issues.Work closely with Planning, Production and Warehouse teams.Support new supplier and contract manufacturer onboarding.Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.About You2 - 3 years' experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain.Previous experience within a manufacturing/electronics organisation.Experience purchasing direct materials and managing suppliers.Knowledge of outsourced manufacturing, Incoterms and international purchasing is advantageous.Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.Proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work at pace.PackageShare optionsPrivate healthcarePension and life insuranceIncome protection25 days' holidayMeals provided onsiteEmployee Assistance ProgrammeRegular team eventsThis is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative, high-growth business where procurement will have a direct impact on manufacturing and operational performance.

Senior Buyer – Service Contracts Location: Hybrid – ReadingType: PermanentAre you a commercially driven procurement / Buyer professional looking to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a proactive Senior Buyer to join a growing procurement team, leading supplier relationships and contract negotiations within a dynamic technical services environment.This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by driving cost savings, improving supplier performance, and supporting key operational services across multiple sites.What You’ll Be Doing as a Senior Buyer Leading negotiations on service and maintenance contractsManaging supplier relationships and performanceSupporting procurement operations and contract renewalsProducing spend and performance reportingSupporting bids, pricing exercises, and continuous improvement initiativesProviding support and guidance to a small procurement teamWhat We’re Looking For EssentialCIPS Level 4 qualifiedMinimum 2 years’ procurement experienceStrong negotiation and supplier management skillsAdvanced Excel and analytical skillsExperience in cost management and performance improvementDesirableExperience within healthcare, medical devices, engineering, or technical servicesIf you have a suitable background within Procurement / Buyer and enjoy building strong supplier partnerships and delivering commercial value, we’d love to hear from you.

Theale, Berkshire | Monday to Friday | 37.5 Hours We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Buyer, to join our Service Procurement team. This is a key role within the business, responsible for supporting the delivery and profitability of external service contracts and interventions across biomedical and endoscopy equipment services. The successful candidate will lead supplier negotiations, manage procurement performance, oversee service contract activities and support the ongoing development of procurement processes and team capability. This role requires a confident and analytical procurement professional who can operate effectively in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment while building strong internal and external stakeholder relationships. You will also provide first-line leadership and support to the procurement team, ensuring service delivery, compliance and commercial performance targets are achieved. Important Application Criteria To be considered for this role, applicants must have: CIPS level 4, qualified as a minimum At least 2 years’ procurement experience within a commercial or operational environment Experience of managing, negotiating and monitoring contracts Experience in Cost Management, SRM and Performance Improvement A minimum of 3 years’ UK-based experience Experience managing suppliers, contracts and procurement activities independently Applications that do not meet these minimum requirements will not be considered. Responsibilities Support the Procurement Service Operations Manager (POM) and Head of Procurement (HOP) to deliver profitable external service contracts and interventions for biomedical and endoscopy equipment Lead negotiations of contract pricing and terms of maintenance contracts. Manage the suppliers and contracts in line with the supplier relationship management (SRM) programme, with focus on long-term sustainability, quality and profitability Oversee all biomed Private and NHS sites by supporting other team members, to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of Purchase Orders and Contracts. Deploy good decision process and techniques to optimise profit and value and balance the risk from the external spend Support team members with company bids and pricing exercises from a procurement perspective Support the business and team on the growing knowledge and capability, developing a clear process of engagement and ways of working Support the POM in agreeing internal SLAs with our internal customers and being first line contact for the buyers with standard business escalations. Ensure that all maintenance contracts records are accurately maintained, and prepare agreed monthly reports on external service contract spend and performance against SLAs Supporting buyers for decision making within agreed limits, especially in the absence of Procurement Operations Manager Assisting the POM to performance manage contract output to ensure quality and value for money Responsible for first line management and support of a team (presently three). Team budget of of cira £5m for responsible categories Performance Indicators Profitability and quality of procurement for outsourced service contracts, in support of the Group’s Managed Equipment Services and self-maintenance operations On-time contract renewals Supplier relationship and performance management Build positive stakeholder relationships Monthly financial, staff and performance reporting Achievement of agreed personal and team objectives Can do attitude with the ability to drive collaborative change Essential Skills & Experience At least 2 years procurement experience Intermediate to advance excel skills required for detailed analysis Experience in Cost Management, SRM and Performance Improvement Knowledge and experience of medical devices and/or endoscopy devices (Desirable) Experience of managing, negotiating and monitoring contracts Proven ability to work successfully in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment. Appreciation of whole life cost management. Appreciation of engineering operations Essential Qualifications CIPS level 4, qualified as a minimum Benefits & Perks Private healthcare Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme & salary sacrifice options Electric car and cycle-to-work schemes Flexible, supportive work environment A DBS Enhanced Disclosure is required. If this sounds like the role for you, email your CV to or contact Louise at One to One Personnel.