Buyer in Elland, West Yorkshire

A leading engineering and manufacturing business are seeking an experienced Buyer to support with direct procurement categories used for the manufacturing of critical components.

The successful Buyer will be easily able to commute to the employer from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield and Brighouse.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of supplier and commodity categories, driving cost-effectiveness while enhancing supplier quality, reliability, and service levels.
• Act as a key advocate for the Supply Chain function, promoting best practices and supporting departmental growth.
• Deliver accurate material availability projections and supply updates to support project planning and execution.
• Establish and implement robust sourcing and procurement strategies to secure future business requirements.
• Assess and monitor supplier performance through audits, review meetings, site assessments, and commercial agreement evaluations.
• Play an active role in business improvement programmes, helping to identify and implement operational efficiencies.
• Maintain the integrity of procurement and supplier data within SAP and associated business systems, ensuring records remain current and reliable.

For the Buyer position, we are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in a Buyer position, or a similar procurement-focused role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP and business management systems, with experience using SAP, Salesforce, or equivalent platforms.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence both internal teams and external suppliers.
• Capable of interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications to support sourcing and purchasing decisions.
• Professional procurement qualifications such as CIPS or MCIPS are advantageous, although not essential.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000 based on skills and experience
• Monday to Friday
• 37.5-hour working week
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus Bank Holidays
• Attractive employer pension contributions

To apply for the Buyer role, please click "Apply Now" and attach an updated copy of your CV. Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.