Buyer, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Overview

Buyer role in Dorset. Salary: £34,000 DOE.

Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Friday.

Are you an experienced Buyer with a sharp eye for cost control, supplier relationships, and stock optimisation? This is your opportunity to step into a pivotal role where you'll ensure the smooth and efficient procurement of raw materials, while keeping quality and compliance at the heart of everything you do.

• Purchasing raw materials at the most cost-effective prices, ensuring security of supply.
• Selecting, evaluating, and managing approved suppliers in line with c-GMP guidelines.
• Negotiating supplier terms and pricing, driving year-on-year cost savings.
• Coordinating raw material inventory across multiple sites to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Monitoring and maintaining accurate stock control procedures, including production returns and daily reconciliations.
• Supporting the development and implementation of ERP systems (Winman).
• Liaising with internal teams and suppliers on lead times, deliveries, and any quality issues.
• Ensuring all activities adhere to c-GMP standards and contribute to continuous improvement.

• Proven experience in purchasing/procurement, ideally within a manufacturing or c-GMP environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience.
• Excellent organisational and stock control skills, with the ability to manage multiple sites.
• Confident using ERP systems and comfortable working with data and reporting.
• A proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-focused environment.

• A key role with real impact in the efficiency and profitability of the business.
• Collaborative working environment across multiple departments.
• Opportunities to contribute to process improvements and best practice procurement.
• If you're ready to bring your buying expertise to a role where precision, quality, and value go hand in hand, we'd love to hear from you.

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Purchasing
• Industries:
  Personal Care Product Manufacturing