Buyer, Supply Chain​/Logistics

A client of ours in the Ipswich area are recruiting a Buyer to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Thursday 8.15am - 5.00pm and Friday 8:15am - 4:45pm (every other Friday off). Paying a negotiable salary depending on experience.

• Approved Suppliers: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Supplier Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, lead times and MOQs to achieve cost savings while maintaining quality.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve issues related to delivery, quality or pricing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to understand technical specifications and material requirements.
• Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records.
• Cost Reduction & Improvement: Support cost reduction initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement activities.
• Ethical & Sustainable Sourcing: Ensure all procurement activities align with ethical sourcing practices, sustainability goals and industry standards.
• Inventory & Forecasting: Utilise forecast data to support inventory management, preventing production delays and optimising stock levels.
• Reporting: Prepare reports on purchasing activity, cost savings and supplier performance for management review.
• PO Management: Raise purchase orders, manage MRP exceptions, and ensure timely PO acknowledgments.
• Support specific projects and undertake additional duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or similar (or equivalent experience).
• CIPS Level 3 (or working towards) is desirable.
• 3+ years' experience in purchasing and procurement, ideally within an automotive or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to negotiate commercial terms and build effective supplier relationships.
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficient in procurement systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Every other Friday off.
• 30 days annual leave (please note some leave will be kept back due to summer shutdown)
• Enhanced Company pension.
• Life assurance of four times your annual salary.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family.
• Eye care scheme.
• Discounts on gym memberships, shopping and travel through Perks at Work.
• Winter flu vaccination voucher.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Buyer position, please apply with your CV.