Buyer

Job Title: Buyer Location: Bungay Salary: £35,000 per annum About the Company: We are proud to be working with a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Bungay who are looking to recruit a Buyer to join their procurement team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a busy, fast-paced environment with strong support for professional development, including full funding towards recognised procurement qualifications. The Role: As Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing components and consumables, managing supplier relationships, and supporting procurement activity across the site. You will play a key role in maintaining effective purchasing processes, achieving cost savings, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities: * Raise and manage purchase orders, including all associated administration. * Expedite orders and chase suppliers to ensure on-time delivery. * Source and evaluate suppliers, including negotiation and contract renewals. * Maintain appropriate stock levels and support cost-saving initiatives. * Work closely with the Purchasing Manager and internal stakeholders. * Manage smaller procurement projects and identify process improvements. * Monitor supplier performance and support procurement budgets and targets. Skills and Experience Required: * Experience in a procurement or purchasing role, ideally within manufacturing or a process-driven environment (not essential). * Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills. * Good understanding of procurement systems, processes, and purchase order administration. * Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail. * Confident communicator, able to work with a range of stakeholders. * Highly organised with excellent administrative skills. Benefits: * Salary of £35,000 per annum. * Full funding towards CIPS qualification (or remaining modules if already studying). * Contributory pension and company sick pay. * 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays. * Life assurance and health & wellbeing support. * Cycle scheme and free onsite parking. * Monday to Friday working hours, 8:30am–5:00pm (1-hour lunch). How to Apply: If you’re interested in this Buyer role, please click “Apply Now.” A member of the Service Service team will be in touch to discuss your application