Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented team player who will oversee the entire order process. You will review proposals, negotiate prices, select the best suppliers, analyze trends, follow up with placed orders, verify delivery, approve payment, and maintain necessary records.

• Position
  : NPI Procurement Specialist
• Industry
  :
  Manufacturing & Engineering
• Location
  :
  Peterlee, County Durham
• Hourly Rate
  : £29.50 FCSA Umbrella (Inside IR35) – PAYE also available at £21.50
• Contract Type
  :
  Long-term Contract, minimum 12 months (likely to extend and become ongoing)
• Start Date
  : ASAP

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in NPI purchasing, using data to source suppliers, understanding & analysing supplier capabilities particularly within General Manufacturing related to aerospace, defence, automotive, or similar industries involving lower volume manufacturing, testing, and assembly.

• Position
  :
  Procurement Buyer
• Industry
  :
  Foundry Castings or Machined Castings Manufacturing
• Location
  :
  Peterlee, County Durham
• Hourly Rate
  : £35.50 FCSA Umbrella (Inside IR35) – PAYE also available at £26.00
• Contract Type
  :
  Long-term Contract, minimum 12 months (with the potential for extension)
• Start Date
  : ASAP
• Hybrid Working
  :
  No, 5 days PW office based in Peterlee

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in procurement, specifically within the foundry or machined casting manufacturing industries. Supplier management and materials purchasing experience are essential.

• Initial preparation and issuance of Request for Quotations (RFQs) for a wide range of commodities
• Process modifications to terms and conditions of purchase agreements
• Perform commercial analysis on suppliers to develop more efficient processes and cost-effective solutions

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills