Buyer Location: Maldon Contract Type: Permanent Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and vibrant environment? Do you have a passion for sourcing and logistics? We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and proactive Buyer who has experince within Manufacturing or Engineering and a Technical mindset! If you're ready to bring your skills and energy to a fun and supportive workplace, keep reading! What You'll Do: Collaborate with suppliers to secure materials and resources necessary for production. analyse market trends and supplier capabilities to identify potential sourcing opportunities. Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and timely deliveries. utilise software and data analytics to streamline sourcing processes. Support the team with inventory management and forecasting needs. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing strategies. What We're Looking For: Proven...

We're not just another manufacturer - we're proud to design and build specialist equipment for the aerospace industry, supporting some of the world's most advanced engineering projects. We're now seeking a strategic, driven, and forward-thinking Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing and supply chain function. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our precision-engineered products reach customers efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards. This is your opportunity to take ownership of a pivotal function within a growing, innovative business - where your ideas will have a direct impact on performance, profitability, and future growth. As Purchasing Manager, typical responsibilities will be to: - Lead and design purchasing and supply chain strategies that support aerospace operations. Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships - negotiating terms and ensuring top-tier performance. Lead and develop a team of three. Forecast market trends,...

We're not just another manufacturer - we're proud to design and build specialist equipment for the aerospace industry, supporting some of the world's most advanced engineering projects. We're now seeking a strategic, driven, and forward-thinking Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing and supply chain function. You'll play a vital role in ensuring our precision-engineered products reach customers efficiently, cost-effectively, and to the highest quality standards. This is your opportunity to take ownership of a pivotal function within a growing, innovative business - where your ideas will have a direct impact on performance, profitability, and future growth. As Purchasing Manager, typical responsibilities will be to: - Lead and design purchasing and supply chain strategies that support aerospace operations. Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships - negotiating terms and ensuring top-tier performance. Lead and develop a team of three. Forecast market trends,...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer We are recruiting for our very well-established client who supply specialist automotive products. They are looking for an experienced Procurement Team Lead / Senior Buyer / Supply Chain professional to manage procurement and supply chain operations within a growing technical product business. This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced procurement, purchasing or supply chain professional who enjoys improving processes, managing suppliers and driving supply chain efficiency. The role will particularly suit candidates with experience purchasing technical products, engineering components, MRO supplies, automotive aftermarket or manufacturing products where managing multiple components and suppliers is essential. You will work with suppliers across the UK, Europe and the Far East, helping to optimise purchasing activity, stock levels and supplier performance. This is a great opportunity for a career focused Procurement...

Buyer Bridgend CF31 35-38,000 Commutable from Bridgend, Cardiff, Porthcawl, Pencoed, Pontyclun, Port Talbot, Maesteg, Caerphilly, Pyle, Margam, Briton Ferry Benefits:- 25 Days + Bank Holidays Company Pension Company sick pay Career progression opportunities Early finish on Fridays This is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join well established business who have recently won new contracts and are looking to expand their product into new markets. This role would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional or a buyer who has experience of working in a fast paced environment, working with MRP systems and working on contracts with suppliers. This is a business who are part of a larger group, so can offer excellent long term professional and career development opportunities. Roles and Responsibilities: Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreement Monitor and improve supplier performance against agreed...

Buyer Bridgend CF31 35-38,000 Commutable from Bridgend, Cardiff, Porthcawl, Pencoed, Pontyclun, Port Talbot, Maesteg, Caerphilly, Pyle, Margam, Briton Ferry Benefits:- 25 Days + Bank Holidays Company Pension Company sick pay Career progression opportunities Early finish on Fridays This is a great opportunity for a Buyer to join well established business who have recently won new contracts and are looking to expand their product into new markets. This role would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional or a buyer who has experience of working in a fast paced environment, working with MRP systems and working on contracts with suppliers. This is a business who are part of a larger group, so can offer excellent long term professional and career development opportunities. Roles and Responsibilities: Negotiate cost-effective supply contracts and service level agreement Monitor and improve supplier performance against agreed...

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team within a leading civil engineering company based in Birmingham. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing and purchasing aggregates materials, equipment, and services required for construction and infrastructure projects across the Midlands and beyond. You will work closely with project managers, site teams, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery, cost efficiency, and compliance with quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Source, negotiate, and procure aggregate materials, plant, and services in line with project specifications and company procedures. Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and quality. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing. Work closely with estimators and project teams to understand project requirements and timelines. Support cost...

Shutdown Procurement Analyst Clydach, Swansea Contract until 31 December 2026 Full-Time Industrial / Manufacturing Introduction Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of its prestigious client, Vale Europe, for a Shutdown Procurement Analyst based at the Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The Mond Nickel Refinery has been one of the world's leading nickel refineries for over 120 years. Vale is a global mining leader with operations across the UK, Europe, Asia, and the USA. This contract role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of major refinery shutdowns within a highly regulated industrial environment. The Role As a Shutdown Procurement Analyst, you will support planned refinery shutdowns by ensuring all materials, equipment, and services are procured safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule. You will work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Shutdown Management, and suppliers, managing the full procurement...

Shutdown Procurement Analyst Clydach, Swansea Contract until 31 December 2026 Full-Time Industrial / Manufacturing Introduction Acorn by Synergie is currently recruiting on behalf of its prestigious client, Vale Europe, for a Shutdown Procurement Analyst based at the Mond Nickel Refinery in Clydach, Swansea. The Mond Nickel Refinery has been one of the world's leading nickel refineries for over 120 years. Vale is a global mining leader with operations across the UK, Europe, Asia, and the USA. This contract role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of major refinery shutdowns within a highly regulated industrial environment. The Role As a Shutdown Procurement Analyst, you will support planned refinery shutdowns by ensuring all materials, equipment, and services are procured safely, cost-effectively, and on schedule. You will work closely with Maintenance, Engineering, Shutdown Management, and suppliers, managing the full procurement...

Buyer Manufacturing Industry Drive Efficiency, Streamline Processes, and Make an Impact! Location: Ipswich Salary: (phone number removed) Job Type: Full-time Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for purchasing and logistics Join our clients tight-knit manufacturing team and take ownership of our procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring smooth production workflows and timely deliveries. What You'll Be Responsible For: Processing purchase orders using the MRP system and maintaining accurate records. Monitoring stock levels to ensure a seamless supply of materials. Providing regular updates to the production team on availability, delays, and alternative solutions. Managing logistics operations, overseeing the delivery of finished goods (approx. 2 shipments per week). Building strong supplier relationships and maintaining purchasing records, including supplier performance. Overseeing goods received, addressing issues,...

Buyer Manufacturing Industry Drive Efficiency, Streamline Processes, and Make an Impact! Location: Ipswich Salary: (phone number removed) Job Type: Full-time Are you a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for purchasing and logistics Join our clients tight-knit manufacturing team and take ownership of our procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring smooth production workflows and timely deliveries. What You'll Be Responsible For: Processing purchase orders using the MRP system and maintaining accurate records. Monitoring stock levels to ensure a seamless supply of materials. Providing regular updates to the production team on availability, delays, and alternative solutions. Managing logistics operations, overseeing the delivery of finished goods (approx. 2 shipments per week). Building strong supplier relationships and maintaining purchasing records, including supplier performance. Overseeing goods received, addressing issues,...

Do you have proven experience leading procurement strategies for major infrastructure projects in highly regulated environments? Can you demonstrate strong knowledge of NEC contracts, category management, and UK procurement regulations? Would you like to play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of one of the UK s most ambitious nuclear construction programmes? The Opportunity Our Tier 1 civil engineering client is delivering a £2.9 billion nuclear construction project, and we are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement activities, manage strategic sourcing, and ensure full compliance within a highly regulated environment. This role offers a career defining opportunity to influence procurement performance and commercial outcomes on a nationally significant project Your duties and responsibilities will be Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and regulatory...

Job Title: Buyer Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Monday- Thursday (08:30- 17:00), Friday 08:30- 15:30. Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Salary Exchange Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Employee Cash Plan Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes Professional Growth and Development State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes About the Role The Buyer will be responsible for buying of all materials in a timely and cost-effective manner under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities Purchasing a wide range of aircraft parts and materials in-line with operational procedures. The timely placement/fulfilment of purchase orders (PR-POs) and delivery of parts in-line with operational requirements (MR). Resolving and investigating Supply Chain errors and examining via...

Job Title: Buyer Location: Bishops Stortford Employment Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Monday- Thursday (08:30- 17:00), Friday 08:30- 15:30. Benefits: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Salary Exchange Pension Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Life Assurance Employee Cash Plan Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Schemes Professional Growth and Development State-of-the-art Equipment and Technology Ongoing Training and Certification Programmes About the Role The Buyer will be responsible for buying of all materials in a timely and cost-effective manner under the guidance of the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities Purchasing a wide range of aircraft parts and materials in-line with operational procedures. The timely placement/fulfilment of purchase orders (PR-POs) and delivery of parts in-line with operational requirements (MR). Resolving and investigating Supply Chain errors and examining via...

Come and join our UK Sites and Professional Services procurement team! We lead all aspects of Construction, Facilities Management and Professional Services spend across the Group. Salary : Circa £50,000 depending on experience Location : Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working : 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification 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 : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid...