Senior Buyer

Role: Senior Buyer Type: Permanent Pay: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00 - 17:15, Friday 8:00 - 12:00 Location: WalsallAre you an experienced Buyer with a background in manufacturing, looking for your next challenge?Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of new projects, we are looking to appoint a Senior Buyer to manage new tenders through the supply chain from enquiry to production order launch. This is a fast-paced, commercially focused role requiring a proactive professional with strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence buying decisions to secure the best quality, cost, and delivery outcomes.You will also support the Purchasing Manager with day-to-day activities and oversee a small team when required.Senior BuyerJob Description

• Manage RFQs and new tenders from enquiry through to production order launch, ensuring right-first-time accuracy and deadline adherence.
• Build, develop, and manage supplier relationships while negotiating pricing, terms, rebates, and delivery agreements.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, manage PPV, and challenge supplier price increases to protect margin.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure minimum 99% OTIF and alignment with production and inventory requirements.
• Support day-to-day procurement activities, including overseeing a small team and engaging cross-functionally with Commercial and Production teams.

Senior BuyerExperience / Skills / Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Buyer role within a manufacturing environment (not purchasing administration).
• Proven experience managing tenders, supplier selection, and end-to-end RFQ processes.
• Strong negotiation skills with demonstrated cost savings and commercial improvements.
• Team supervisory or management experience within a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, highly organised, and confident managing multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships.

Senior BuyerBenefits

• Enhanced matched pension
• Health Cash Plan
• Death in service (1x annual salary)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Career development and progression opportunities

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