Lead Buyer
Job in
Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-22
Listing for:
KAG Recruitment Consultancy
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position:
Lead Buyer
Salary: £50,000 - £57,000 (DOE)
Location: Leeds (LS10)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8 00am to 4 00pm (40 hrs site based)
Reporting to: Procurement & Supply Chain Controller
About the Role
As Lead Buyer you will manage day-to-day procurement activities, delivering best value across raw materials, packaging and indirect spend. You'll drive supplier performance, negotiate commercial agreements, reduce costs and support a resilient, efficient supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement operations and support procurement strategy.
- Manage supplier tenders, negotiations and contracts.
- Build strategic supplier relationships and improve cost, quality and service.
- Deliver cost-saving and margin improvement initiatives.
- Work with Planning, Technical, Operations and Finance to ensure material availability.
- Monitor markets, manage supply risks and identify sourcing opportunities.
- Support sustainability and responsible sourcing objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement, governance and KPI reporting.
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