Buyer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a leading manufacturer based in South Wales.

This role sits within an established procurement and supply chain team and will play a key part in ensuring material availability, supplier performance, inventory optimisation and continuous improvement across a complex international supply network.

We are looking for a proactive and analytical supply chain professional who enjoys problem-solving, supplier engagement and driving operational efficiencies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Expedite critical materials and components to support operational requirements
• Drive lead time reduction initiatives with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Identify and resolve supply chain issues through effective problem-solving techniques
• Support cost reduction and inventory optimisation projects
• Source, assess and onboard new suppliers as required
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve performance and service levels
• Produce reports, presentations and analysis to support decision-making
• Utilise ERP/MRP systems to manage supply chain activity and reporting
• Contribute to global supply chain and logistics improvement initiatives
• Support purchasing process development and continuous improvement activities
• Generate system-based reports and performance metrics
• Analyse supply chain data and provide KPI reporting
• Monitor market conditions and identify potential supply risks or constraints
• Work cross-functionally to support service-level performance and forecasting activities
• Develop reporting tools to support delivery and operational performance targets

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience within procurement, supply chain, purchasing or materials planning
• Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, Operations Management or a related discipline is desirable but not essential
• CIPS qualification or working towards accreditation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent organisational and analytical abilities
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (SAP experience advantageous)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint

What's on Offer?

• 25 days annual leave entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cash health plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Share scheme
• Employee reward and recognition programmes
• Life assurance
• Generous Shift allowance
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to join a globally recognised technology-led organisation

39-hour week. Following an initial training and onboarding period (six months), you'll move to a hybrid working pattern of 4 days in the office and 1 day from home.

If you're an experienced supply chain or procurement professional looking to develop your career within a highly innovative manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.