Buyer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Gloucester
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Purchasing Supplier Negotiation MRP/ERP Systems Purchase Order Management Supplier Relationship Management Cost Estimation Quality Auditing Expediting

FULL DESCRIPTION

Buyer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is recruiting a Buyer for a manufacturing business in Gloucester. £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits, Permanent, On-site.

Job Details

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £40,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Type: Permanent
Work Type: On Site
Sector: Manufacturing
Function: Purchasing & Supply Chain
Contact: Matthew Taylor
Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Phone: [contact hidden]
Job Ref: 71284

What You Will Do

  • Source and purchase materials, components and services for production
  • Raise and manage purchase orders through the MRP system
  • Monitor supplier deliveries and expedite where required
  • Negotiate pricing and commercial terms with suppliers
  • Build strong working relationships with key suppliers
  • Work with estimating to obtain competitive quotes for materials and subcontract work
  • Support supplier performance monitoring and quality audits
  • Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and finance
  • Track purchasing activity and order status through the MRP system
  • Support procurement input into new product introduction projects

What You Will Bring

  • 3-5 years experience in a Buyer or Purchasing role
  • Experience within a manufacturing environment
  • Confident negotiating with suppliers and managing relationships
  • Experience using MRP or ERP systems
  • Strong organisation and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritise work in a busy production environment

Benefits

  • Company bonus up to £2,500
  • Private healthcare
  • Flexible working hours
  • Early finish on Fridays

How to Apply

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