Are you the kind of person who spots supply chain risks before anyone else notices them? Do you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments where planning, problem-solving, and precision make a real impact every single day? We're partnering with a well-established international manufacturing business seeking a proactive and commercially minded Buyer to join its growing supply chain team. This is a high-impact role where you'll take ownership of material availability, supplier coordination, inventory control, and purchasing operations - helping to keep production moving without interruption while driving efficiency and continuous improvement across the business. As Buyer, key responsibilities Manage material planning, purchasing, and inventory control Execute MRP activities and maintain accurate SAP data Raise and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time supply Monitor stock levels, investigate variances, and support stock accuracy Work closely with Production,...

We are looking for a Purchasing Supervisor to join our Christchurch, Dorset team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing a team of buyers and purchasing clerks engaged in the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of materials, parts components and equipment necessary to support manufacturing development. The Supervisor leads daily purchasing operations, drives supplier performance, supports cost-reduction initiatives, and contributes to long-term supply chain strategies. Location: Christchurch, Dorset We Take Care of Our People Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent) I Paid Time Off I Retirement with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Bonus Scheme I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Oversees the entire business cycle, from solicitation, purchase...

We are looking for a Purchasing Supervisor to join our Christchurch, Dorset team! In this role you will be responsible for overseeing a team of buyers and purchasing clerks engaged in the sourcing, negotiation, and acquisition of materials, parts components and equipment necessary to support manufacturing development. The Supervisor leads daily purchasing operations, drives supplier performance, supports cost-reduction initiatives, and contributes to long-term supply chain strategies. Location: Christchurch, Dorset We Take Care of Our People Work-life balance through our Hybrid working, flexitime program and condensed work week (role dependent) I Paid Time Off I Retirement with Employer Match I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Competitive Pay I Bonus Scheme I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture Your Challenge: Oversees the entire business cycle, from solicitation, purchase...

Are you an experienced procurement support professional with experience of procurement, frameworks, and contracts? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Coordinator. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to support the procurement team in the delivery procurement, new framework agreements, long-term contracts, and dynamic purchasing. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements....

Are you an experienced procurement support professional with experience of procurement, frameworks, and contracts? Do you have further extensive experience of public sector procurement and purchasing? If this describes you, then let Informed Recruitment help you achieve your potential with an exciting opportunity as a Procurement Coordinator. As a specialist provider of resources to the Property & Associated Technology markets, we are partnering with a Social Enterprise undertaking an exciting expansion and looking to bolster their services to customers. The objective of the role will be to support the procurement team in the delivery procurement, new framework agreements, long-term contracts, and dynamic purchasing. Day-to-day activities will centre around the planning, management, administration, and overall delivery of compliant procurement which will include framework agreements, long term contracts, call off agreements, digital purchasing systems and public procurements....

Construction Buyer - Projects Division Salary: 45k - 55k plus package Location: Office-based with occasional site and supplier visits Job Type: Permanent About the Company Our client is an established and growing construction and refurbishment contractor delivering projects across the education, healthcare, commercial and public sectors throughout the UK. With projects typically ranging from 100,000 to 2 million, the business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, strong client relationships, and commercial reliability. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Construction Buyer to support procurement activities across multiple live projects. The Role We are seeking an experienced Construction Buyer to take ownership of procurement across multiple live refurbishment and fit-out projects. This is a key commercial role responsible for securing best value, managing supplier...

Purchasing Administrator Redditch £27,000 Office-based An opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Administrator to join a busy and growing business in the Redditch area. This is a full-time, office-based role within a fast-paced environment, where you will play a key part in ensuring materials and parts are sourced efficiently to support day-to-day operations. This role will suit someone confident communicating over the phone, as you will regularly liaise with suppliers to place orders, track deliveries, and resolve any supply issues to keep operations running smoothly. As the Purchasing Administrator, you will be responsible for - Raising and managing purchase orders for a wide range of parts and materials Liaising with suppliers via phone and email to place orders and chase deliveries Monitoring order progress and resolving any delays or discrepancies Checking pricing across quotes, purchase orders, and invoices for accuracy Maintaining accurate records, including...

Purchasing Lead Working pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to take responsibility for procurement activity at a busy manufacturing site. This is a standalone role, offering a high level of ownership over local purchasing operations while working closely with wider supply chain and operational teams. You will play a key role in ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively, supplier performance is managed, and production requirements are supported without disruption. The role also contributes to broader initiatives around cost efficiency, supply continuity, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for the site in alignment with wider procurement frameworks Work closely with production, logistics, and operational teams to forecast and fulfil material needs Source suppliers from approved networks and manage purchasing within agreed...

Purchasing Lead Working pattern: Hybrid (up to 2 days remote per week) About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to take responsibility for procurement activity at a busy manufacturing site. This is a standalone role, offering a high level of ownership over local purchasing operations while working closely with wider supply chain and operational teams. You will play a key role in ensuring materials and services are sourced effectively, supplier performance is managed, and production requirements are supported without disruption. The role also contributes to broader initiatives around cost efficiency, supply continuity, and process improvement. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day purchasing activity for the site in alignment with wider procurement frameworks Work closely with production, logistics, and operational teams to forecast and fulfil material needs Source suppliers from approved networks and manage purchasing within agreed...

Purchasing Administrator Redditch 27,000 Office-based An opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Administrator to join a busy and growing business in the Redditch area. This is a full-time, office-based role within a fast-paced environment, where you will play a key part in ensuring materials and parts are sourced efficiently to support day-to-day operations. This role will suit someone confident communicating over the phone, as you will regularly liaise with suppliers to place orders, track deliveries, and resolve any supply issues to keep operations running smoothly. As the Purchasing Administrator, you will be responsible for - Raising and managing purchase orders for a wide range of parts and materials Liaising with suppliers via phone and email to place orders and chase deliveries Monitoring order progress and resolving any delays or discrepancies Checking pricing across quotes, purchase orders, and invoices for accuracy Maintaining accurate records, including...

Procurement & Costing Coordinator We are working with a global manufacturing organisation in the Ramsgate area who are looking to employ an Estimator/Buyer to support with the purchasing of materials, create costings based on sales requirements and to provide administrative support to the operations team. The role Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotations Raising of POs, and PRs Generation of RFIs and RFQs. Creation of manufacturing estimates for Sales and Engineering Assist with supplier selection. Work with Quality on vendor performance. Resolution of invoice queries. New suppliers liaison - pricing, delivery and capability. Preparation of purchasing Reports. Analysis of quotations and preparation of comparative analysis. Supplier performance monitoring data preparation. Order progression. Import clearance. About you Must possess sound Commercial awareness Experience within an Engineering Procurement environment. Knowledge of engineering...

Procurement & Costing Coordinator We are working with a global manufacturing organisation in the Ramsgate area who are looking to employ an Estimator/Buyer to support with the purchasing of materials, create costings based on sales requirements and to provide administrative support to the operations team. The role Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotations Raising of POs, and PRs Generation of RFIs and RFQs. Creation of manufacturing estimates for Sales and Engineering Assist with supplier selection. Work with Quality on vendor performance. Resolution of invoice queries. New suppliers liaison - pricing, delivery and capability. Preparation of purchasing Reports. Analysis of quotations and preparation of comparative analysis. Supplier performance monitoring data preparation. Order progression. Import clearance. About you Must possess sound Commercial awareness Experience within an Engineering Procurement environment. Knowledge of engineering...

Job Title: Assistant Buyer Location: Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Salary: up to 33,000 per year DOE Job Type: Full-time Are you a proactive and commercially minded individual with a passion for the retail sector? Our client, an expanding business, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of product development and range management, working closely with the Head Buyer. What You'll Do: As an Assistant Buyer, you will play a vital role in coordinating the buying critical path, ensuring that every product journey from design to shipment is seamless. Here's a glimpse into your key responsibilities: Critical Path & Supplier Management: Help monitor the product journey, ensuring suppliers meet deadlines and flagging any potential risks to the Head Buyer. Sample Ownership & Quality Control: Coordinate the sample process from start to finish, inspecting samples to ensure...

Job Title: Assistant Buyer Location: Basildon Contract Type: Permanent Salary: up to 33,000 per year DOE Job Type: Full-time Are you a proactive and commercially minded individual with a passion for the retail sector? Our client, an expanding business, is looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Buyer to join their dynamic team! This is an exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of product development and range management, working closely with the Head Buyer. What You'll Do: As an Assistant Buyer, you will play a vital role in coordinating the buying critical path, ensuring that every product journey from design to shipment is seamless. Here's a glimpse into your key responsibilities: Critical Path & Supplier Management: Help monitor the product journey, ensuring suppliers meet deadlines and flagging any potential risks to the Head Buyer. Sample Ownership & Quality Control: Coordinate the sample process from start to finish, inspecting samples to ensure...

We are seeking an experience SAP S/4HANA specialist and project manager to support our SAP transformation, delivering new and existing capabilities within the domain and to ensure delivery of the roadmap for the years ahead. Salary : Up to £70,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 1-2 days per week on-site; depending of the phase of the project, more days on site will be required Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for...

Procurement Buyer 450- 500 per day (Umbrella) Hybrid (1 day/week onsite - Wokingham or Warwick) Contract: 10 months+ ASAP start We're supporting a high-profile, confidential programme seeking a Procurement Buyer, on behalf of our client who are a leading, critical entity in the UK utilities sector! The roles purpose is to deliver complex, regulated procurement activities. You'll support the appointment of a Design & Build Principal Contractor alongside multiple Construction Professional Services packages (e.g. programme/project management, technical assurance, cost/commercial support), working across multiple procurements running in parallel . This role operates via public sector frameworks (e.g. CCS / GCA) rather than open-market tenders, so experience in structured, compliant procurement environments is key. Key Responsibilities: Support end-to-end procurement delivery (strategy through to award) Run and coordinate framework-based...

Buyer (Seasonal) Key Responsibilities: Monitor and manage the office purchasing system, ensuring orders are placed and discounts are negotiated where possible. Establish and maintain relationships with store staff and managers to improve sourcing efficiency. Source items directly from stores to expedite order fulfilment, particularly for urgent client requests. Ensure timely and accurate receipt of orders in good condition. Keep up to date with market trends, discontinued and unavailable items. Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Optimise bulk purchases for cost-effectiveness. Track and resolve outstanding orders, including searching for items in less accessible shops. Maintain a log of stores that stock frequently purchased items. Receive deliveries, verify their accuracy, and organise safe packaging and shipping. Coordinate the safe packing and shipment of items, including handling hazardous materials as necessary. Assist in...