Buyer; Procurement

Position: Buyer (Procurement) (Contract)
Buyer (Procurement) - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £40,000 per annum

Location:

Hybrid (following initial onsite training - Frome, Somerset)

Working Hours:

Monday - Thursday: 08::minute lunch)

Friday: 08::minute lunch)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer to join a fast-paced manufacturing and product development environment on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This role will suit a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys working within packaging, materials sourcing, and supplier management. You will play a key role in delivering cost-effective packaging solutions, supporting new product development projects, and ensuring supply chain resilience.

Following a successful onboarding and training period onsite, the role will move to a hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities

Source and deliver packaging solutions aligned to commercial targets

Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements

Build and maintain strong supplier relationships

Identify and onboard new suppliers, ensuring risk is managed effectively

Support new product development with accurate and detailed packaging briefs

Ensure quotations are received within KPI timelines and meet budget requirements

Risk assess supply chain options and escalate issues where necessary

Track and manage samples for testing and approvals

Maintain accurate pricing and supplier data within internal systems

Provide regular project updates to stakeholders

Attend supplier meetings and communicate outcomes clearly

Ensure compliance with health & safety standards

About You

Previous experience in a Buyer or Procurement role

Experience with in packaging or manufacturing (desirable)

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

Commercially aware with a strong cost focus

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Proactive, solutions-focused and able to manage multiple priorities

Strong communicator and team player

What's on Offer

£40,000 salary

Hybrid working (post-training)

Early finish on Fridays

Opportunity to gain experience within a dynamic and commercially driven environment

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Buyer looking to make an immediate impact within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Apply now to be considered