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Contract Buyer – Maidenhead – Outside of IR35 - £400 to £450 per day Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer of special-purpose electro-mechanical and electronic equipment based near Maidenhead. Due to a planned expansion, and succession planning for the next two to three years, they are actively looking for a Contract Buyer to join the organisation as soon as possible. This role comes with excellent career prospects as it is a critical position within the business’s growth strategy. Contract Buyer – Job Role: To ensure the effective procurement of materials, components, major work packages and services for the Business To manage end to end supply of parts for nominated commodities, ensuring that the relevant commodity strategy is deployed. Ensure effective supplier management. To ensure competitive sourcing for all products and/or services with the objective of delivering year on year savings. Identify and highlight any areas for cost savings across the function through process improvements or otherwise. Contract Buyer – Role Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end supply chain relationship with a specified group of vendors so as to ensure the best possible quality, cost, delivery and overall supplier reliability. Negotiate and issue purchase orders directed by purchase requisition from planner or MRP action message and in accordance with planned inventory strategies. Review MRP requirements to ensure component deliveries are scheduled in line with production requirements; reviewing and issuing purchase orders and making necessary changes to requirements, schedule and price. Analyse and process supplier notifications. Manage the communication of and expedition of all engineering changes and schedule changes. Be the data owner for all supply master data. Monitor the delivery status of scheduled receipts to ensure on time delivery to need. Contract Buyer – Candidate Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience working in a supply chain organisation. Previous experience as a buyer within a manufacturing / engineering company is an advantage. Level 4 or Level 5 NVQ or a degree in business, operations, supply chain, or a related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer skills, being proficient in Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc). Demonstrable analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills. Exposure of working in a manufacturing environment is desirable. Wnat to find out more? Click APPLY NOW!

Tactical Buyer – Maidenhead - Up to £45,000, to £50,000 5% Bonus and Private Healthcare Melbreck Technical are working with a leading designer and manufacturer of special-purpose electro-mechanical and electronic equipment based near Maidenhead. Due to a planned expansion, and succession planning for the next two to three years, they are actively looking for a Buyer to join the organisation as soon as possible. This role comes with excellent career prospects as it is a critical position within the business’s growth strategy. Buyer – Job Role: To ensure the effective procurement of materials, components, major work packages and services for the Business To manage the end-to-end supply of parts for nominated commodities, ensuring that the relevant commodity strategy is deployed. Ensure effective supplier management. To ensure competitive sourcing for all products and/or services with the objective of delivering year on year savings. Identify and highlight any areas for cost savings across the function through process improvements or otherwise. Buyer – Role Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end supply chain relationship with a specified group of vendors so as to ensure the best possible quality, cost, delivery and overall supplier reliability. Negotiate and issue purchase orders directed by purchase requisition from planner or MRP action message and in accordance with planned inventory strategies. Review MRP requirements to ensure component deliveries are scheduled in line with production requirements; reviewing and issuing purchase orders and making necessary changes to requirements, schedule and price. Analyse and process supplier notifications. Manage the communication of and expedition of all engineering changes and schedule changes. Be the data owner for all supply master data. Monitor the delivery status of scheduled receipts to ensure on-time delivery to the need. Buyer – Candidate Requirements: 3 to 5 years of experience working in a supply chain organisation. Previous experience as a buyer within a manufacturing/engineering company is an advantage. Have experience of buying electronic parts, PCBs and Sub Assemblies Level 4 or Level 5 NVQ or a degree in business, operations, supply chain, or related field. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and computer skills, being proficient in Microsoft Office software packages (Word, Excel, Powerpoint etc). Proficient in people skills. Experience of influencing and/or negotiating. Experience of supplier relationship management. Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills. Exposure of working in a manufacturing environment is desirable. Ability to work to financial and time-sensitive constraints Experienced in working within MRP environments. CIPS qualification or studying certification is desirable Buyer – Benefits: Flexible working options £45,000 to £50,000Salary Up to 5% Discretionary Bonus Car allowance Private medical cover Pension matched up to 8% 25 days leave plus bank holidays. This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking business that can offer you excellent career growth opportunities. If you are interested in this role, please Apply Now!

Senior Buyer – Maidenhead - £60,000 to £70,000 + benefits Join a global leader at the forefront of electronics innovation as a Senior Buyer, where your expertise will directly influence the supply chain behind cutting-edge technology used around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of strategic procurement activities within a fast-paced, high-tech environment, working with international suppliers and cross-functional engineering teams to secure critical components and drive commercial value. You’ll play a key role in shaping sourcing strategy, managing supplier performance, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality electronic components that power the next generation of advanced products. Senior Buyer – Role Overview: • Manage and optimize strategic sourcing initiatives across assigned categories., • Act as procurement lead for a number of high spend and/or high risk categories., • Manage end-to-end supply of parts for the nominated commodity, ensuring that the commodity strategy is deployed and that it is appropriate., • Ensure effective supplier management to deliver the best possible SOTIF and SDPPM performance from the suppliers of the commodity., • Ensure competitive sourcing for all products and or services with the objective of delivering year-on-year savings.., • Work closely with the Commodity team to ensure supplier engagement and quotation support is provided as part of any Bid or NPI activity., • Identify Productivity ideas and drive to implementation., • Manage and drive improvements in PPV for their scope. Senior Buyer – Candidate Requirements: • Demonstrable experience of working as a Senior Buyer / Category buyer with commodity-level experience, • Sufficient experience to form part of a high-performing procurement team, with evidence of contributing to strategy and vision., • Excellent analytical, negotiation (especially around Contracts and Frame Agreements), and stakeholder engagement skills., • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or related professional qualification (e.g., CIPS, CPM) is a plus., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Experience of supporting the development and improvement of a complex supply chain within an engineering and manufacturing environment, • Experience of implementing contract and supply negotiations with suppliers and taking ownership and accountability for subsequent fulfilment of these contracts., • Experienced in working within MRP environments Senior Buyer – What’s on offer: Up to £70,000 Salary Pension 1 day working from home Flexibility in start and finish times (core hours are 10am to 3pm) This role is key to succession planning of the business, so the opportunities for progression are clear, defined and obtainable! Want to find out more? Click APPLY NOW!

Falcon Green is partnering with a leading subcontractor specialising in the delivery of mechanical building services, including residential, commercial, and technically complex projects including data centres and life sciences facilities. Due to continued growth and an increasing workload, we are now seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their team at their Maidenhead office. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop their career within a well-established and highly respected contractor. With a strong presence in the UK market, a healthy pipeline of secured work, and long-standing relationships with repeat clients, offering stability, training, and clear progression opportunities within a supportive team environment. Key Responsibilities * Provide administrative support to the procurement team * Raise and process purchase orders accurately and in a timely manner * Maintain and update supplier records and databases * Perform high-volume data entry, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail * Support invoice matching and liaise with accounts to resolve discrepancies * Track orders and update internal systems with delivery and status information * Assist with supplier communication and general procurement queries * Ensure all documentation is filed and organised in line with company procedures Requirements * 1–5 years’ experience ...

A leading global consumer goods company is seeking a Global Senior Buyer for Professional Services in Slough. The ideal candidate has a strong background in professional services procurement and a deep understanding of global sourcing.

Senior Commodity Buyer £55-70K DOE + 10% Bonus Marlow based Monday-Thursday, Fridays can be from home if preferred. Copello are working with a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation based in Marlow to recruit a Senior Commodity Buyer to support strategic procurement activity within one of their business units. This role will play a key part in managing strategic sourcing initiatives, leading supplier engagement and delivering cost, quality and delivery improvements across critical commodities. The successful candidate will take ownership of high-value or high-risk categories and work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement strategies support wider business objectives. Role Overview The Senior Commodity Buyer will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies that drive value, mitigate risk and optimise supplier performance. You will manage the end-to-end supply of parts for assigned commodities, ensuring strategies are effectively deployed and aligned with operational and programme requirements. The role requires close collaboration with engineering, programmes, and supply chain teams to support new product introduction, bid activities and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply base. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement long-term category strategies to achieve cost savings, improve quality, enhance delivery performance and reduce supply risk. Conduct market analysis, benchmarking and supplier assessments to identify sourcing opportunities and potential supplier rationalisation. Lead RFx processes (RFI, RFP, RFQ), supplier negotiations, cross-functional supplier selection and contract negotiations for strategic spend categories. Manage the ordering and delivery of items within assigned commodities within an MRP environment. Establish and manage long-term supply agreements with key suppliers to regulate supply terms and drive performance improvements. Identify and implement productivity initiatives and cost-reduction opportunities. Work closely with commodity teams to support prototype sourcing and supplier involvement during design phases to optimise manufacturability. Ensure supplier performance is monitored and managed on an ongoing basis. Coordinate with buyers to ensure effective negotiation of delivery schedules and pricing for key commodities and components. Support bid and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by ensuring supplier engagement and quotation support. Drive improvements in Purchase Price Variance (PPV) across the assigned scope. Key Competencies Strategic sourcing and category management Market and industry analysis Supplier relationship management and negotiation Contract management and commercial negotiation Strong analytical capability including cost modelling and total cost of ownership analysis Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement Project management and problem solving Time and priority management Continuous improvement and cost optimisation Supply chain strategy and definition Strong understanding of MRP environments Experience and Qualifications • 5–7 years’ experience working as a Senior Buyer or Category Buyer with commodity ownership., • Demonstrable experience contributing to procurement strategy and delivering measurable improvements., • Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills., • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or a related field., • Professional procurement qualifications (e.g., CIPS or similar) would be advantageous., • Experience within a complex engineering or manufacturing supply chain environment., • Proven experience leading supplier negotiations and managing commercial agreements., • Experience supporting supply chain development and performance improvement., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desirable experience Exposure to the aerospace or defence sector. Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as: PCB Assembly CNC Machining Injection or compression moulding Electronics or electro-mechanical assembly Key Performance Indicators • Cost savings and value creation (productivity and PPV improvements)., • Effective execution of category strategies., • Supplier performance improvements including delivery, quality and risk management, • Innovation and continuous improvement within the supply base., • Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement., • Supplier compliance with regulatory and ethical sourcing requirements, • Delivery against productivity, SDPPM, SOTIF and OTD targets. Reports to: Head of Procurement The successful candidate will need to be able to commute to Marlow Monday-Thursday, Fridays can be worked from home if preferred

A leading UK water utility company is seeking an Assistant Buyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in West Yorkshire. This role involves conducting market research, supporting procurement tasks, and collaborating with various teams to improve processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong negot

A leading recruitment agency is offering a Senior Buyer position in West Yorkshire, focused on managing supplier relationships and cost control. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in procurement within the manufacturing sector, strong negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to prob

A growing organisation in the United Kingdom is looking for a Buyer Procurement to join their team. The role involves managing procurement activities, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring contract compliance. This position offers hybrid working possibilities and is an excellent opportunity for c

A leading global manufacturer in the United Kingdom seeks a Senior Buyer to manage sourcing and procurement activities. Candidates should have proven experience in procurement within manufacturing, excellent negotiation, organization, and communication skills.

A leading UK food manufacturer is seeking a Group Procurement Buyer to join their team in Birmingham. This role focuses on Indirect Procurement, including supplier negotiations and contract management. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable procurement experience and a desire to learn and grow w

The Buyer will manage procurement compliance, support tactical sourcing, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure efficiency and alignment with company policies. A prominent construction company in the UK is seeking a Buyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract.

A leading utility subcontractor in Greater London is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage utility projects across the South East.

Your key responsibilities:*** Act as the first point of contact for all stakeholders at local and regional sites* Manage site Indirect Procurement team and support stakeholders using dsm-firmenich and NEC4 contracts* Collaborate with Indirect Procurement Category Managers to develop, implement, and

A growing engineering and environmental solutions manufacturer in the UK is seeking a proactive Buyer to support procurement. The position offers an annual bonus, a pension plan, and a framework for professional growth within procurement.

Ideal applicants should have proven experience as an Engineering Buyer and thrive in a regulated environment. An established engineering and manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Buyer to support defence manufacturing programmes. The successful candidate will lead procurement strategies, ma

A leading plant hire company in the UK is looking for a Junior Buyer to support the procurement of plant machinery and attachments. This role involves sourcing equipment, managing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance with procurement processes.

A leading water utility company in West Yorkshire is seeking an Assistant Buyer to join their Commercial team. This 12-month fixed-term contract role involves conducting market research, supporting procurement tasks, and managing tender obligations.

A leading procurement firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Buyer/Procurement Manager with extensive experience in the construction industry. The successful candidate will manage procurement activities, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with project requirements. Candidates should ha

A leading telecommunications firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Buyer to lead procurement activities, manage key suppliers, and ensure compliance with governance and policy. The role involves negotiating contracts, overseeing supplier performance, and driving procurement strategy. Ideal candidat

A leading engineering and services company in the UK seeks Procurement professionals to join their team. As part of the ambitious 2030 strategy, you'll play a crucial role in developing project procurement strategies and enhancing supplier performance. Candidates should have experience in MEP procur

As an experienced Procurement Manager, you will take full responsibility for procurement across the business, driving value through implementing group deals across all material commodities from bricks to sanitary and brassware to air source heat pumps and renewables. Proven experience as a Procureme

If you're an experienced Subcontract Procurement Buyer looking for your next challenge, please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. This role is ideally suited to a commercially astute procurement professional with. Leading the sourcing and procurement of.

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Procurement Buyer to join their team, Inside IR35. Procurement processes include:.

Leverage knowledge and networking skills with regional European procurement teams & external sources to drive best possible results & evolve the management of the category. Proven experience within marketing categories, ideally within a procurement role and with some client‑side experience in a gl

Ideal candidates will have procurement knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a background in public service. A healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Band 4 Senior Buyer to lead and support the Purchasing Team. The role requires managing the purchase of goods, tra

A leading procurement firm in Greater London is seeking an experienced procurement professional to develop and execute strategies while managing supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in procurement, particularly in technical environments, and strong negotia

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Assistant Buyer for their Engineering Department in Central London. The candidate will handle procurement for manufacturing. Join a global team focused on engineering procurement.

As a Group Procurement Buyer, you'll be part of a team focused on Indirect Procurement Categories in IT, HR, and Factory Services. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual that's eager to launch their procurement career. Assist Manager/Head of Procurement in preparing RFI, RFQ, and ITT docu

A leading procurement firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Buyer. You will be responsible for managing the procurement process, negotiating with suppliers for the best value, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures.

Trading for over 35 years and delivered iconic contracts for Tier 1 Contractors as well as leading developers, my client are now looking to expand their procurement team with the hire of a Senior Buyer/Procurement Manager. Developing and delivering procurement activities across multiple packages by

Working in partnership with the Procurement Manager, you’ll drive initiatives that deliver value across the short, medium, and long term, ensuring alignment with UK Procurement Procedures and internal policies. You’ll take the lead in your assigned procurement categories—analysing supplier cap

A leading diverse hiring company in the UK is seeking a Buyer to manage requisitions and purchasing activities.

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Beaconsfield seeks a Senior Analyst & Buyer to support its Clinical Operations Procurement team. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in procurement, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities.

A leading healthcare organization in the UK is seeking a Procurement Assistant to support purchasing processes and ensure compliance with financial policies.

A healthcare procurement organization is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to oversee the procurement activities for care homes.

A leading healthcare solutions provider in Beaconsfield is seeking a proactive Senior Analyst & Buyer to enhance their Clinical Operations Procurement team. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of procurement experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced envir

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39-week sessional post i.Monday - Friday, working 7 hours per day.East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resilient and committed individual fo

Here at Young Crisis Hub, we support young people with complex mental health needs, trauma histories, and neurodevelopmental conditions who require high levels of structure, safety and specialist support.We are looking for highly competent Support Workers with experience working in secure or high-ri

Strong indirect procurement and category management experience. This is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact in a busy procurement team.

We're looking for a Assistant Buyer to cover our men's clothing cat.

Location:PooleHours:Monday Friday, 8am-5pm office basedSalary:c £45k DOE + Co bonus paid monthly and annually Benefits:22 days rising after 2 years, Holiday buy-back scheme, Pension, Growth by sharing bonus scheme, on-site parking, Modern open-plan offices, Free lunch every Friday, Company sick pa

About HolcimWe are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.Since 1858, weve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.Our mis

Category Manager - Foodservice & Convenience Slough (Head OfficeWe operate a dynamic working model built on trust, choice and balance.Colleagues typically connect in person 3 days per week, as we know the best ideas and relationships grow when we collaborate side by side.We also offer Dynamic Friday

Wholesale Buyer | Branded Partnerships | Homewear Industry | £60,000 - £70,000 Our Client:Our client is one of the UK's leading home furniture and upholstery retailers, operating across two core brands alongside a growing portfolio of complementary propositions.

Warehouse Operative Location: Southampton About Us: At Gregory Distribution Ltd, we are committed to delivering excellence in logistics and transport services.Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of compliance and operational efficiency.Join us and grow your career in a supportive and

Product Category ManagerThe Opportunity: Are you a self starter with confidence in dealing with people, have great attention to detail, the ability to analyse and input data, conduct research via the internet and by talking to others, and have a background in product merchandising? Then we have a re

Pick a career packed with opportunities.Join Ocado Logistics today!As a Warehouse Operative for Ocado Logistics, you are at the heart of preparing orders for customers.Join our warehouse in Andover where you'll be working in a state-of-the-art facility preparing orders for customers.We have a variet