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Role: Buyer Type: Permanent Pay: £38,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00 – 17:15, Friday 8:00 – 12:00 Location: Walsall Are 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 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. Buyer Job 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. Buyer Experience / Skills / Qualifications • Minimum 4 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., • Proactive, highly organised, and confident managing multiple priorities and stakeholder relationships. Buyer Benefits • 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 If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’

🔧 Junior Buyer – Manufacturing / Engineering 📍 Walsall, West Midlands | 💼 Permanent Looking to kick-start or develop your career in procurement? Interested in working closely with suppliers and supporting real engineering projects? Want a role where you can learn, grow and gain end-to-end supply chain exposure? I’m supporting a growing engineering and manufacturing business who are looking to bring in a Junior Buyer to join their procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career to gain hands-on experience across purchasing, supplier management and project-based procurement within a fast-paced environment. The Opportunity You’ll work closely with the Procurement Manager and wider team, supporting day-to-day buying activity while building strong supplier relationships and ensuring materials are delivered on time to support customer projects. It’s a varied role with a mix of operational purchasing and administrative support, giving you a strong foundation in supply chain. What You’ll Be Doing • Supporting purchasing activities and managing supplier orders, • Building relationships with suppliers to ensure cost, quality and delivery targets are met, • Assisting with sourcing and onboarding new suppliers, • Monitoring delivery schedules and chasing suppliers where needed, • Supporting procurement administration and maintaining accurate records What They’re Looking For • 1–2 years’ experience in purchasing, supply chain or admin (manufacturing ideal), • Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers, • Organised, proactive and eager to learn, • Good IT skills (Excel; ERP/MRP exposure a bonus), • Positive attitude with a team-focused approach Why Consider This Role? • Great entry point into procurement within a manufacturing environment, • Exposure to end-to-end supply chain and project-based work, • Supportive team with strong development opportunities, • Opportunity to grow into a Buyer role

Assistant Buyer Rate: £12 - £14 per hour Location: Wolverhampton - hybrid working Contract: 10 months Overview of the Finance Manager role Sellick Partnership is currently partnered with an NHS client based in West Midlands who are looking for an Assistant Buyer to join their busy procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an NVQ or CIPS student, looking to gain experience within an NHS purchasing team. Key responsibilities of the Assistant Buyer role will include: • To effectively manage electronic requisitions promptly, • To carry out purchasing activities in compliance with Trust protocols, Standing Orders, Standing Financial Instructions, Professional Codes of Practice, and applicable regulations, • Engage with service users to offer procurement guidance, • To foster strong relationships with user departments and ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service, • To inform service users about the correct procedures for requisitioning and ordering, • To identify areas with significant expenditures, particularly focusing on recurring low-value orders, and to communicate these findings to the Supply Chain Manager and the Strategic Procurement teams, • To engage proactively with the Trust's Supply Chain team to effectively address and resolve delivery inquiries, • Engage proactively with the Trust's invoice Payments Team to address and resolve any invoice-related queries, • To engage proactively with suppliers to establish agreements on pricing and delivery schedules, while also addressing any inquiries that may arise, • Utilise telephone and electronic communication to request quotes from suppliers, assess the received proposals, and collaborate with service users to determine the products and services to be acquired, • In collaboration with project teams, budget holders, and the Strategic teams, prepare summaries of quotations and tenders, assess the offers, and provide recommendations regarding the awarding of contracts, • Accountable for managing a specific range of low-value contracts under the guidance of the Supply Chain Manager, • To actively seek out opportunities for cost savings and present these findings to service users Required experience/qualifications of the Assistant Buyer position will include: • Proficient use of Microsoft Office, • Experience of order processing and performing buying duties, • Knowledge of computerised purchase to pay systems, • Ability to interpret and analyse competitive offers, • Experience of handling queries/complaints, • Knowledge of NHS Standing Financial Instructions Benefits available alongside the Assistant Buyer position include (but aren't limited to): • Flexible/hybrid working arrangements to suit your work-life balance This is a fantastic opportunity to join this West Midlands based NHS organisation, to broaden your NHS experience working in a fast-paced and supportive environment. How to apply for the Assistant Buyer position: If you believe you have the required experience and qualifications outlined above for the Assistant Buyer opportunity, please apply within. Alternatively, if you would like a confidential chat about the role or organisation, please contact Kathryn Evans in the Sellick Partnership Derby office to find out more.

If you are ready to take the next step in your procurement career as a Project Buyer, apply today or contact the People Solutions recruitment team to find out more. Your benefits as a Project Buyer will be:. Your duties as a Project Buyer will be:.

Junior Buyer - Manufacturing/Engineering. Are you looking to build your career in procurement within a manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy working with suppliers and supporting projects from a supply chain perspective? Are you a proactive individual with a "can-do" attitude looking to develop in

Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer. This position would suit a commercially aware Buyer / Procurement Officer / Senior Buyer with experience purchasing components, materials and parts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Buyer - Manufacturing / Engineering.

Near Wolverhampton (WV10 area) £38,000 + benefits 39 hours per week | Early Friday finish | 1 day Hybrid after probation A well-established automotive manufacturing business is seeking a Buyer to join its purchasing team at a busy production plant near Wolverhampton. This role offers the opportunity to work within a high-volume manufacturing environment, supporting both production and new project introduction while driving supplier performance and cost improvements. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for the procurement of materials to support ongoing production and new project activity. You will work closely with engineering, production and project teams to ensure materials are sourced cost-effectively and delivered in line with project timelines. Key Buyer responsibilities include: * Procuring materials at the most cost-effective price while maintaining supply continuity * Supporting new product introduction and project timelines from a purchasing perspective * Managing supplier performance and contributing to supplier development initiatives * Supporting cost reduction and value improvement projects * Maintaining supplier information and approved supplier lists * Coordinating purchasing activities across interna...

Extra Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join our clients Procurement team. Proven experience in a Buyer or Se.

The project buyer will manage procurement activities and supplier relationships within assigned projects, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, timely delivery, and alignment with project goals. Identify critical/safety related long lead items, determine and ensure sufficient early supplier engagement

In a Nutshell We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our Wolverhampton office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent, • Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level), • Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • A methodical approach, • Degree in Surveying or similar, • Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development, • Be active in the recruitment of new starters to the team and then throughout the employee life cycle, including holding development reviews and succession planning exercises, • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication, • Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings, • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise, • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes, • Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors, • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required, • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team, • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works, • Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order, • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser's extras, • Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates, • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates, • Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client's agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs), • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties, • Preparation of financial reports including:, • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines, • Margin Analysis reports., • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts, • Cash Flow forecasts, • Turnover forecasts, • De-brief reports, • Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off., • Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements., • Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings., • Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required., • Liaise with build department on sub-contractors' performance and compliance with order conditions., • Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation., • Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all 'unscheduled' and 'scheduled' order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager., • Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider., • Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Properly categorise on the construction system 'unscheduled' and 'scheduled' order amendments., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Process groundwork's payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development., • Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors., • Maintain final account schedule., • Maintain completed development provision on CV1., • Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the 'Old Site Reserve' central file., • Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required., • Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy., • Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:, • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times., • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders., • Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications., • Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved., • Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team., • Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1 JBRP1_UKTJ

Job Type: Full time We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry North West Midlands, at our Wolverhampton office. As our Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will work within our wider Commercial, Estimating and Buying team, you will be responsible for supervising, managing and advising on the financial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects. You will take responsibility for the execution of the Quantity Surveying function on allocated contract/s, in order to fulfil the requirements of the Company in maximising quality of service and profitability. You will provide a range of cost control and financial reporting duties across all aspects of construction work undertaken by the company. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Christmas company shutdown, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…, • HNC / HND in Surveying or equivalent, • Proven experience as a PQS / SQS / Commercial lead working within a residential house builder (dependent on position level), • Experience maybe gained from a similar position or promotion, • A good understanding or building regulations and legal obligations, • A good knowledge or construction methods and materials, • Strong mathematical and IT ability, • Ability to assess and analyse information, • Good business sense, • Good understanding of budget management, • Negotiating and networking skills, • Excellent communications skills, • Able to work under pressure, and accept criticism of work, • Good team working skills, • Accurate with an eye for detail, • A methodical approach, • Degree in Surveying or similar, • Working towards being a Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), or Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), • Lead, support and coach your direct reports and the wider team to support their growth and development, • Be active in the recruitment of new starters to the team and then throughout the employee life cycle, including holding development reviews and succession planning exercises, • Working closely with other departments, including Land, Development and Construction, you will attend design meetings to advise on all areas that may have a cost implication, • Recognise and advise Site Managers on delays, extensions of time and loss and/or expense and ensuring relevant notices are issued., • Attend development meetings when appropriate, contract pre-start and subcontract package review meetings, • Upon receipt of Contract Documentation, you will be responsible for checking all contract drawings to identify errors, omissions, anomalies and areas where unnecessary cost may arise, • Receive initial tender information and assist in the preparation of the proposed tender lists and updating of subsequent procurement programmes, • Distribute design information packages and tender drawings, whilst preparing all tender documentation and letters including carrying out preliminary checks on subcontractors, • Preparing construction cost analysis, which includes analysis of quotations resulting from the tender enquiry, requesting additional and outstanding information as required, • Assess site staffing levels and build programmes with the Construction Director to ascertain preliminary costs, including collating all cost information and preparing the start on site budget, • Arrange and adjudicate budget settlement meetings, with the support of the wider Commercial team, • Prepare stage payment schedules to assist in the financing of the works, • Carry out pre-order meetings including all necessary Health & Safety requirements, finalising a tender sum and agreeing a stage payment schedule for payment purposes before preparing all contract documentation and placing the order, • Place subcontractor orders, including interviews and checking references on selected subcontractors. You will then negotiate the contract sum within the budget, including finalising costs to cover all late variations, • Issue variation orders and development changes alongside providing cost advice on major variations prior to issue. You will issue revised contract drawings to subcontractors; negotiating the cost of variations including liaising between Buyers and Build Managers. You will provide a full range of pricing information for purchaser’s extras, • Check all costs posted to each contract, collate and reconcile all costs resulting from subcontract works, variation orders, site instructions, material order and preliminary / running costs. This will include providing monthly analysis of costs and identify possible areas of over expenditure at future dates, • Check and arrange subcontractor payments, obtaining necessary authorisation for passing payments for all elements of subcontractor works. You will agree final accounts with subcontractors, ensuring all works have been carried out within budget and analysing costs to assist on future estimates, • Take responsibility for the preparation of documents for the basis of external valuation with the client’s agent (CSA, Stage payment schedule, Tick offs), • Keep the RAMS schedule updated and issued to all relevant parties, • Preparation of financial reports including:, • Internal Valuations/CVRs and subcontract liability reports in accordance with schedule of accounting period end dates and deadlines, • Margin Analysis reports., • Commercial Analysis (final margin) forecasts and Cost to Complete forecasts, • Cash Flow forecasts, • Turnover forecasts, • De-brief reports, • Compile and present CV2 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice Manual. Compile and present CV1 tender summary sign-off in accordance with parameters determined in the Commercial Best Practice manual. Coordinate the activities of the Material Buyer and Company Estimator to achieve CV1 and CV2 sign-off., • Obtain authorisation to ‘let’ all sub-contract orders valued over thresholds as noted in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Place and issue sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy and Commercial Best Practice to budget and within programme requirements., • Attend and minute all sub-contract order adjudication meetings., • Compile reports on contract letting vs. estimate for each site periodically, as required., • Liaise with build department on sub-contractors’ performance and compliance with order conditions., • Ability to deal with complex consortium sites and attend relevant meetings., • Attend and project team meetings as required., • Complete sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements in accordance with Group Policy and Group Rebate schemes and fully adjudicate prior to issue of documentation., • Set up and regularly review with the site management team the PPQA tick sheet to facilitate sub-contract contract work payment., • To liaise with company management and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet the business’s reporting requirements., • Control and report post contract cost movements per development every month. Update CV1 and CV2 site specific reports and provide details of all “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order revisions i.e. Site Instructions and site purchase orders. To provide such monthly reporting as required by the Commercial Manager., • Review professional fee provisions and statutory service cost, and credits, with the technical department., • Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Maintain a half yearly site reserve list., • Issue Payment Withhold Notices, where a contractor application, or part thereof, is in dispute in accordance with Construction Act., • Immediately advise management of notification of impending claim or legal action arising from a disputed claim or payment from a Sub-Contractor/service provider., • Where necessary, determine a sub-contract order in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Employment and liaise with Build Department in this respect., • Diligently use the Vistry Group construction system to manage site project administration, including orders, variations, valuations, etc., • Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations., • Agree and process all sales variation requests, including works to show homes, stock plots and sales incentive works in accordance with group procedures., • Properly categorise on the construction system “unscheduled” and “scheduled” order amendments., • Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Vistry Group Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract., • Process groundwork’s payments/applications for payment using the Vistry Group AGA payment system as outlined in Commercial Best Practice Manual., • Ensure the collection of retention against all sub-contract orders in accordance with Group Policy. Manage and certify retention releases on completion of the development., • Complete and agree sub-contract final accounts within 6 months of the last legal completion on-site and prior to the first release of retention to the individual sub-contractors., • Maintain final account schedule., • Maintain completed development provision on CV1., • Maintain CV2 reserves as part of the ‘Old Site Reserve’ central file., • Liaise with the technical department to secure site adoptions and tender, let and administer maintenance orders, as required., • Complete formal site closedown procedure in accordance with Group Policy., • Assist the Commercial Director / Manager to ensure:, • correct financial controls of sites is maintained at all times., • all sub-contract payments are recorded and processed through the surveyors and payments clerks in accordance with the general terms and conditions of purchase orders., • Inform the management team of any abnormal cost or circumstances which will have a significant effect on cost or have long term cost implications., • Ensure Quantity Surveyors are pro-active on sites within their daily control, advice and discuss any operation or method where cost savings could be achieved., • Mentor, manage and develop assistant/ junior surveyors and ensure the efficient running of the surveying team., • Ensure you keep up to date with legislation changes and attend training and technical training as and when require by the Company. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1

This role involves managing the purchasing process for raw materials, ensuring supply continuity, and negotiating competitive pricing with suppliers.

A leading procurement firm based in Walsall is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage procurement activities, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure quality and cost effectiveness.

A growing engineering and manufacturing business is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their procurement team in Walsall, United Kingdom. This role offers an excellent entry point into procurement, providing hands-on experience in operational purchasing and supplier management. The successful candidate

A leading procurement organization is seeking a Buyer based in Walsall on a hybrid working model.

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Project Buyer in Wolverhampton to manage procurement activities within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.

Review, and if applicable, create any new vendors prior to production order launch with correct terms and liaise with Procurement Manager to allocate said supplier to relevant buyer to have all correct information ready for procurement activity. The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the managemen

A leading engineering recruitment consultancy is seeking a Project Buyer in Wolverhampton. This role involves leading procurement across projects, managing contracts and supplier performance, and identifying cost-saving initiatives. Candidates should have experience in project procurement, strong ne

Project Buyer Wolverhampton, onsite £35,000 to £45,000 per annum (Depending on experience) 25 days holiday, can buy 5 more, matched pension contribution (4%/4%) Staff benefits plan Flexitime in operation, 1 day working from home, early finish on Friday Precision, highly regulated engineering and manufacturing Shape projects. Secure value. Build partnerships that last. We're looking for a commercially astute Project Buyer to play a key role in delivering complex projects on time, on budget, and right first time. You'll sit at the heart of the project team, owning procurement strategy, supplier performance, and contract delivery across the full lifecycle. Please note: this role requires candidates to hold, or be eligible to obtain, security clearance. What you'll be doing Lead procurement activity across designated projects, aligning cost, quality, and delivery. Partner with Engineering and Project teams to agree specifications, manage long-lead items, and reduce supply risk. Manage supplier and subcontractor contracts end to end, including expediting, variation control, and performance reviews. Identify and deliver cost-saving and value-adding initiatives without compromising quality or safety. Pro-actively assess and mitigate supply chain risks. Support Make vs Buy analysis and contribute to tender activity and early supplier engagement. Build strong, ethical supplier relationships that drive continuous improvement. Provide clear, data-led reporting to Project and Supply Chain leadership. What you'll bring Experience in a purchasing or project procurement role, ideally in a project-based environment. Experience of high value, low volume complex engineering environments Strong understanding of project life-cycles, contract management, and supplier performance. Proven negotiation skills and experience delivering commercial value. Familiarity with complex government or defence procurement contracts Knowledge of materials and supply chains within Energy or Construction environments (ideal, not essential). Degree qualified and working towards MCIPS, or MCIPS qualified. Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. IT-literate, with solid Excel and Word capability. Ability to read engineering drawings and an appreciation of technical or metallurgical concepts would be advantageous. Eligible for, or currently holding, relevant security clearance. What sets you apart Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset. High standards of integrity, professionalism, and accountability. Comfortable working in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary project teams. Adaptable, curious, and motivated to continuously improve how procurement delivers value. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

Buyer We are supporting a growing, forward-thinking organisation in the search for a commercially driven Buyer to join their expanding procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take ownership within a fast-paced environment, working closely with senior leadership and international supply chains. The Opportunity Reporting into senior leadership, you will play a key role in managing procurement activity across a diverse product range. This position offers strong exposure to global sourcing, commercial negotiations, and supply chain optimisation. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement of materials and components Build and develop relationships with international suppliers Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term supply agreements Oversee import processes and ensure smooth inbound supply Identify cost-saving and value engineering opportunities Source and onboard alternative suppliers to enhance resilience Monitor market trends and pricing fluctuations Maintain accurate purchasing data and supplier records About You Proven experience in a buying or procurement role Experience working with international suppliers is essential Strong understanding of import processes Commercially astute with confident negotiation skills Highly organised with strong attention to detail Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central advantageous)

The project buyer will manage procurement activities and supplier relationships within assigned projects, ensuring cost‑effective purchasing, timely delivery, and alignment with project goals. This role requires strong supply chain, negotiation, and project management skills, while professionally representing the procurement function and driving cost‑saving initiatives throughout the contract lifecycle. Client Details The employer is a well-established organisation within the Energy & Natural Resources industry. They are recognised for their expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality solutions to their clients. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable company in Wolverhampton. Description Work with Engineering to mutually agree appropriate available material specifications and confirm that material will be sourced to a reasonable time and cost and highlight where possible the material that can be purchased pre-order to secure delivery. Identify critical/safety related long lead items, determine and ensure sufficient early supplier engagement to minimise downstream risks and recommend appropriate sub-contracting strategy with Procurement & Project Buyer Manager where appropriate. Manage subcontractor /supplier contract lifecycle, expediting with regular reviews with the supply chain, updating and reports from the project procurement plan ensuring delivery 'Right First Time', in full and to the agreed cost. Manages variations and change control with the subcontractor /supplier contracts in line with head contract and in agreement with the Projects and Commercial Manager. Work in a team environment with Projects and Quality Department in managing the supply chain, including management/close out of non-conformance reports. Must monitor and review the trending of technical queries (TQ's) on a bi-weekly basis to verify reduction in TQ's and report to Supply Chain Development Manager. Where trend displays an upward move then report on reasoning. Part of the 'Make v Buy' Team, supporting the analysis of 'Make v Buy' costing data. Assess, manage and mitigate subcontractor /supplier risks that could contribute to supply chain disruptions. Regular reporting to the Project Manager on the performance of the subcontractors and/or suppliers. Support, challenge, and advise all stakeholders, ensuring that the best commercial outcomes are delivered in line with the project. Work to harness innovation and add value to deliver a strong focus on customer service. Monitor procedural controls and adherence to policies with all colleagues in order to deliver compliant service within risk parameters and benchmarking standards for customers. Ensure that decisions and recommendations are based on data, benchmarking and relevant consultation. Foster strong supplier relationships that lead to long-term partnerships and continuous improvement. Support to tenders as and when required, engaging with supply chain through early supplier/partner engagement in a formal tendering process ensuring on time and high-quality responses for bid input. Work with wider procurement team to develop and execute Continuous Improvement Activities (CSIP).Profile A successful Project Buyer should have: Knowledge of project life cycles, timelines, budgets, and how procurement integrates with overall project delivery. Industry-specific knowledge not necessarily required, but a good understand on materials, products, or services commonly procured in an Energy or Construction industry would be ideal. Familiarity with contract terms, conditions, and legal requirements for procurement, with the ability to negotiate favourable agreements. Experience in NEC3 / NEC4 form of contract ideal. Expertise in cost-saving measures such as strategic sourcing, demand management, and price negotiation. Competence in managing supplier relationships, including evaluating supplier performance, managing contracts, and mitigating risks. At least 3 to 5 years in a purchasing position managing suppliers, ideally within a project-based environment. Either BA Degree qualified and working towards MCIPS qualification or MCIPS qualified. IT Literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. Strong communication skills both oral and written. Excellent stakeholder management skills at all levels, internal and external to the organisation. Understanding of Engineering Drawings and Technical knowledge of Metallurgical properties is ideal.Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 per annum. Opportunity to work within the Energy & Natural Resources industry. Permanent position based in Wolverhampton. Supportive and professional work environment. Opportunities for career progression and development.If you are a motivated individual with a passion for procurement, this role in Wolverhampton could be your next career move. Apply now to take the next step in your career as a Project Buyer in the Energy & Natural Resources industry

The Senior Buyer position offers an exciting opportunity to support procurement activities within the manufacturing industry. Develop and implement procurement strategies to support business objectives. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.

Our client, a leading financial services company, is seeking a Buyer to step into an established Procurement team. Buyer - Financial Services (Hybrid).

Buyer / Procurement - FMCG My client a successful food manufacture, due to strong growth are seeking a Buyer to further support their Procurement team. Managing the supply of goods (Fresh Produce) * Stay within budget and constantly working to improve the level of value achieved, without compromis

Our client, a leading financial services company, is seeking a Buyer to step into an established Procurement team. Buyer - Financial Services (Hybrid).

Our client, a leading financial services company, is seeking a Buyer to step into an established Procurement team. Buyer - Financial Services (Hybrid).

My client a successful food manufacture, due to strong growth are seeking a Buyer to further support their Procurement team. Proven experience within a Buyer role, within Food Manufacturing.

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 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

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.

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

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 know how to turn insights into strategy, with expertise in sourcing, supplier relat

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

A leading independent engineering and services business in Birmingham is seeking passionate professionals for Buyer and Senior Buyer roles in procurement. Candidates should have experience in MEP procurement, strong negotiation skills, and a collaborative mindset. If you are ready to elevate your pr

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

We are seeking a Project Buyer with strong technical knowledge and exceptional negotiation skills to join our procurement team. Experience in capital projects procurement and expediting or technical procurement (construction, M&E, infrastructure) – minimum 3–5 years preferred. Coordinate procure

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 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, training buyers, and ensuring effective service delivery. Ideal candidates will have procurement knowledge, excellent com

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

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 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

A major infrastructure project in the UK is seeking a skilled procurement professional based in Birmingham. Ideal candidates will have experience in supply chain management and procurement software, along with strong communication and computer skills.

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 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.

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.