Purchaser

Position: Purchaser (Permanent)
Location: Puriton

Purchaser

Location:

Bridgwater (Hybrid working available)

Sector:
Manufacturing

Package:
Paying up to £30,000+ (up to 4% bonus based on site performance as with all our employees.

A well-established manufacturing organisation based in Bridgwater is seeking a Purchaser to join its procurement team. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this role will support the day-to-day purchasing of materials and goods, working closely with suppliers to ensure quality, cost and delivery requirements are consistently met.

This position would suit someone with purchasing or procurement administration experience who is looking to develop their career within a structured manufacturing environment.

The Role

As part of a small and collaborative team, you will be responsible for placing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships and supporting inventory and cost control activities. You will play an important role in ensuring continuity of supply and supporting supplier performance improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Place daily purchase orders and manage purchasing activity for materials and goods

Follow up and expedite outstanding deliveries where required

Run request for quotation (RFQ) processes

Review supplier contracts and support cost reduction initiatives

Maintain supplier and part master data within ERP systems

Negotiate pricing, quality and delivery schedules with suppliers

Ensure supplier contracts and documentation are accurate and up to date

Develop delivery and inventory plans with suppliers, including supplier-held stock

Manage non-conformance claims and coordinate replacements with suppliers

Source and develop new and existing suppliers for current and new products

Liaise with suppliers to resolve technical issues and maintain continuity of supply

Maintain purchasing documentation, records and approved supplier lists

Produce Excel-based reports to monitor supplier spend and KPI performance

Support supplier review meetings and improvement projects

Manage internal and supplier-held inventory levels for relevant components

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or above) or equivalent

Previous experience in purchasing, procurement or procurement administration

Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel;
Power BI experience desirable

Experience using ERP systems;
Fourth Shift and SAP experience preferred

CIPS Level 2 (or working towards) advantageous

Key Competencies

Strong organisational and multitasking skills

Good analytical and numerical ability

Confident communicator with good negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Proactive, reliable and detail-focused

Able to work independently and as part of a team

Professional approach when dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Location & Travel

Site-based in Bridgwater, with some flexibility for home working

UK travel as required; occasional international travel for training or supplier visits

Right to work in the UK is essential

Personal Attributes

Flexible and goal-oriented

High levels of integrity and professionalism

Trustworthy, cooperative and reliable

If you are interested please press apply or get in contact with Ryan Guy on (phone number removed) or (url removed)