Senior Buyer

Proprec

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially driven Senior Buyer to join a fast-paced Procurement & Supply Chain team within a growing manufacturing organisation based in Tamworth.
  
This role is ideal for a commercially minded procurement professional with strong sourcing, negotiation, and supplier management experience who thrives in a dynamic environment. You will take ownership of key product categories, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance, cost optimisation, and supply continuity across the business.
  
What’s on offer:
  • Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 depending on experience.
  • 31 days holiday including Bank Holidays
  • Paycare Healthcare Cash Plan, including discounts and access to a 24-hour Doctor
  • Life Assurance x2 salary
  • Option to purchase up to 5 additional unpaid holiday days
The Role:
  
Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management
  • Lead sourcing and procurement activities across key product categories
  • Develop and implement category strategies focused on cost, quality, service, and supply continuity
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure high performance and reliable supply
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial agreements to achieve best value and mitigate risk
  • Manage supplier performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs
  • Identify and onboard new suppliers in line with compliance and sustainability requirements
  • Support procurement planning and strategic initiatives across the wider business
 Commercial & Cost Management
  • Deliver measurable cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives
  • Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to inform purchasing decisions
  • Ensure total cost of ownership principles are applied across procurement activities
  • Lead tender processes, supplier selection, and new product sourcing projects
  • Support budgeting and forecasting through accurate procurement reporting and analysis
  • Conduct benchmarking exercises to maintain market competitiveness
Supply Chain & Operational Support
  • Work closely with planning and inventory teams to optimise stock levels and product availability
  • Align procurement plans with demand forecasts and operational requirements
  • Proactively manage supply risks including shortages, delays, and supplier constraints
  • Support resolution of supply chain issues to minimise operational disruption
Data, Reporting & Systems
  • Maintain accurate supplier, pricing, and purchasing data within ERP/MRP systems
  • Track and report on procurement KPIs including:
  • Cost savings and cost avoidance
  • Supplier OTIF performance
  • Lead times and service levels
  • Purchase price variance
  • Contract compliance
  • Produce clear and actionable reports for senior stakeholders
  • Support continuous improvement of procurement systems and processes
Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Partner with Supply Chain, Product Development, Customer Services, Finance, and Operations teams
  • Support new product introductions and wider business initiatives
  • Contribute to a collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence
As the Senior Buyer, you will have:
  • Proven experience within procurement, sourcing, category management, or purchasing
  • Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
  • Experience negotiating contracts and managing supplier performance
  • Understanding of wider supply chain operations including logistics, inventory, and demand planning
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Experience using ERP/MRP systems
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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