Middlesbrough
Buyer Location | Middlesbrough Salary | £35,000 per annum + bonus scheme Schedule | Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm Contract | Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for a Buyer to join a well-established and growing organisation in Middlesbrough. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional with a background in manufacturing or wholesale environments to play a key role in supporting supply chain operations and driving commercial performance. This is a dynamic position that offers the chance to work closely with suppliers, manage raw material sourcing, and contribute to continuous improvement within purchasing and supply chain processes. Key Responsibilities • Source and procure raw materials and components in line with production and operational requirements, • Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, terms, and contracts to ensure best value, • Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks, • Work collaboratively with internal teams including supply chain, production, and logistics to ensure timely availability of materials, • Manage stock levels and inventory flow to support operational efficiency and minimise excess or shortages, • Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accurate data and timely delivery tracking, • Conduct supplier evaluations and audits, ensuring quality, reliability, and compliance standards are met, • Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and supply chain functions, • Resolve supply issues proactively to avoid disruption to production schedules, • Analyse purchasing data and generate reports to support decision-making and forecasting About You • Proven experience in a Buyer or Purchasing role within manufacturing or wholesale environments (essential), • Strong negotiation and supplier management skills, • Good understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management, • Commercially astute with the ability to identify cost efficiencies, • Excellent organisational and communication skills, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment What’s in it for you? • Competitive salary of £35,000 per annum, • Additional bonus scheme, • Stable, permanent position with a growing business, • Monday to Friday working hours – no weekends, • Opportunity to make a real impact within a key function of the business Apply Now If you are an experienced Buyer looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.