Buyer, Business

lancaster, north west england, United Kingdom Company: JR UK Client /

Employer:

Flexible Medical Packaging Limited

Posted: 29.05.2026

Job reference: 721713092026695680037340

Location:

JR UK

Client /

Employer:

Flexible Medical Packaging Limited

Job reference: 721713092026695680037340

Listing type:
Basic

EU work permit required:
No

Posted: 29.05.2026

13.07.2026

Flexible Medical Packaging Limited (FMP) is the part of Clinimed Holding Limited, a group of companies founded in 1982 following the acquisition and formation of number of additional companies within the group.

Flexible Medical Packaging (FMP) Limited offers a first‑class turnkey service of sterile and non‑sterile products, for healthcare provision. It is our mission to ensure that our customers are completely satisfied with the quality of our work and service. Supported by years of experience and extensive industry knowledge, we are confident in our ability to provide a level of service that will surpass our customers’ expectations.

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To ensure the continuous availability of materials and effective supplier performance in support of uninterrupted business operations, while optimising cost, mitigating risk, and maintaining compliance with company and regulatory standards.

• Contributory Pension Scheme (5% Employer Contribution Raises up to 10% with Service)
• Medical Cash Back Plan (Simply Health)
• Life Assurance (4 x Annual Gross)
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Annual Pay Review
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Yearly Flu Vaccination
• Onsite Free Car Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme – Health and Wellbeing
• 25 days per annum rising to 27 after 5 years’ service (plus 8 Bank Holidays and one company day)

The Buyer (MRP & Sourcing) is responsible for ensuring the timely, cost‑effective, and compliant supply of materials required to support operational and production activities. This is achieved through effective management of MRP processes, strategic sourcing activities, and proactive supplier relationship and performance management.

Acting as the primary point of contact for assigned suppliers and categories, the role plays a key part in maintaining a resilient and efficient supply chain. The position requires strong cross‑functional collaboration across all levels of the organisation, including senior leadership, production and operational teams, QA, Finance, R&D, and external suppliers and logistics partners, to ensure alignment of priorities, continuity of supply, and operational excellence.

• Manage and maintain MRP parameters, including lead times, safety stock levels, and reorder points.
• Convert system-generated demand signals into purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels to balance material availability, working capital, and obsolescence risk.
• Expedite or defer orders in response to changing demand and supply conditions.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Identify, source, and onboard new suppliers in line with business requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and supply agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships as the primary point of contact.
• Monitor supplier performance, including OTIF, quality, and responsiveness metrics.
• Develop contingency and dual‑sourcing strategies to minimise supply risk.

• Raise and manage purchase orders from creation through to delivery.
• Resolve supply‑related issues, including shortages, delays, and quality concerns.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including Production, QA, Finance, and R&D teams.

• Ensure suppliers meet all relevant regulatory, quality, and ethical standards.
• Maintain approved supplier lists and supporting documentation.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure full material traceability.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Act as system owner for procurement‑related documentation within the Single Point document management system, ensuring all information remains accurate, current, and compliant with governance standards.

• Drive cost‑saving and cost‑avoidance…