Manufacturing | Supply Chain | Loughborough | £40–45k + Bonus

Purchasing ​Buyer job vacancy in Hinckley and Nuneaton area.

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Are you a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Officer or Junior Category Manager looking to build a real commercial career — not just raise purchase orders?

This Buyer / Procurement role offers genuine ownership, supplier influence and commercial responsibility within a growing global manufacturing business. If you're currently working as a Buyer, Assistant Buyer, Procurement Analyst or Purchasing Coordinator, this is your opportunity to step into a more strategic, value-driven role.

The Role – Buyer / Procurement Specialist

As a Buyer / Purchasing Officer, you’ll take ownership of supplier performance, cost control and material availability — going beyond transactional purchasing into true procurement responsibility.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supplier negotiation, cost reduction and cost avoidance, and wants to challenge suppliers to deliver better value, not just lower prices.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage ERP and purchase order processes to support production plans

• Deliver effective MRP-driven procurement and purchasing activity

• Lead supplier negotiations, contract discussions and performance reviews

• Control supplier spend, inventory levels and supply risk

• Drive cost savings and commercial improvements across the supply chain

• Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, operations, MP&L and quality teams

• Support new product introduction (NPI), costings and supplier selection

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Officer or Supply Chain role

• Strong negotiation skills and confidence dealing with suppliers

• Commercial mindset with the ability to influence and challenge

• Experience using ERP / MRP systems

• Degree or equivalent experience (preferred but not essential)

Why Join?

• Global manufacturing business with a strong market position

• Growing company with clear investment and long-term stability

• Genuine career progression from Buyer to Senior Buyer, Category Manager or Procurement Manager

• A role focused on commercial procurement, not passive purchasing

Salary & Benefits

• £40,000–£45,000

• Bonus typically around 5%

• 6–8% employer pension contribution

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Ref: PR/06555

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