Buyer

Location: Poole, Dorset
Pay Rate: £20-£30 per hour (dependent on experience)
Duration: 9‑month temporary contract

We are currently seeking an experienced Buyer to join our Manufacturing Procurement team on a temporary basis, covering maternity leave. This is a key role supporting Manufacturing Operations, offering the chance to make an immediate impact within a fast‑paced, complex manufacturing environment.

• Maintain continuous communication with suppliers to build strong relationships and ensure on‑time delivery of components
• Manage supplier open orders, expediting where required to meet planned requirements
• Convert daily requisitions into purchase orders
• Identify and drive cost‑saving opportunities within the supply chain
• Create return orders from reject notes
• Take a proactive approach to shortages, sourcing alternative suppliers or working with Engineering on alternative solutions
• Support Goods Inwards by resolving receipt discrepancies efficiently
• Provide tactical and transactional support to the Operational Buying team and Commodity Managers
• Work collaboratively within an established team of procurement professionals
• Engage effectively with internal stakeholders across the business
• Support payment processes and resolve invoice and payment issues promptly
• Contribute to a continuous improvement culture, identifying opportunities to enhance existing processes#

• Self‑motivated with a flexible and proactive approach
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to prioritise and balance a varied workload
• Sound commercial awareness with a solid understanding of purchasing principles
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal abilities
• High level of attention to detail
• Numerate and PC literate
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills

• Minimum of 2 years' experience within a procurement or buying function
• Previous experience in a complex manufacturing or processing environment
• Experience using SAP

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join a supportive and professional procurement team, gain valuable experience within manufacturing operations, and contribute meaningfully during a key period.

Apply now to be considered for this exciting temporary role.

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