Materials Buyer

We are looking for an organised and proactive procurement professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for keeping operations running smoothly. Join an established team on a 14-month fixed term contract as a Materials Buyer, where you'll play a key role in ensuring the timely availability of essential components - from machined parts to electronic equipment and raw materials.

You will be based in any of the following East Kent towns; Canterbury, Deal, Margate, Sandwich, Ramsgate Dover, Herne Bay, Whitstable, Faversham, Sittingbourne, Folkestone.

• Competitive salary and benefits, flexi hours Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays
• A collaborative team environment that values innovation and initiative
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a real impact in a fast-paced business

The Buyer's Job

• Procure a range of critical materials, managing batch sizes, lead times, and vendor performance.
• Use SAP to optimise inventory levels and streamline material planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, Planning, Ops, Customer Service) to minimise backlogs and ensure part availability.
• Support forecasting to keep supply aligned with business demand.
• Track and expedite purchase orders.
• Produce reports on vendor performance, cost variance, and more.

The Buyer

• Solid experience in purchasing or materials management within a manufacturing setting
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP a plus)
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills
• Excellent communicator and team collaborator
• Organised, detail-focused, and results-driven

This is a busy, fast paced, and varied role where no two days are the same, offering excellent exposure to purchasing, material planning, supplier management, and logistics within a manufacturing environment.

Working closely with colleagues across the business and a supplier network, you will play a key role in ensuring materials are available to meet customer demand and production schedules. You'll be joining an experienced team that works collaboratively to solve challenges, deliver results and provide the highest levels of customer service.

If this sounds like the ideal position for you and you have the experience outlined above, then please apply and you will be contacted by a member of our team if your CV matches our requirements.

If you would like any further information before applying, then please call Ellie - Permanent Consultant on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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