Junior Buyer
Location: Manchester (southwest)
Working Pattern: Onsite, Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £35,000 + benefits
The Opportunity
We’re supporting a fast-growing manufacturing business to recruit a Junior Buyer into a brand new role created through continued expansion within their FMCG division.
Based at a newly developed manufacturing facility, this is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their procurement or supply chain career to gain hands-on exposure within a busy FMCG environment.
Working closely with the Purchasing Manager and wider operations team, you’ll support the sourcing of raw materials and packaging while helping ensure production runs smoothly across day-to-day activity and new product launches.
This role would suit someone organised, proactive, and eager to develop within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Source and purchase materials in line with production requirements
- Raise and process purchase orders accurately and efficiently
- Support sourcing activities and supplier evaluations
- Maintain supplier databases, records, and purchasing information
- Assist with cost-saving and continuous improvement initiatives
- Work collaboratively with operations, production, and supply chain teams
- Support new product launches and ongoing production activity
- Provide day-to-day support to the Purchasing Manager
What We’re Looking For
- Some experience within a buying, purchasing, or supply chain role would be ideal
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Good communication skills and willingness to learn
- Proactive attitude with strong attention to detail
- Interest in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain
Additional Information
- Onsite role, Monday to Friday
- Initial training hours 08:30–16:30
- Longer-term flexibility around start/finish times between 07:00–17:00
- Brand new position due to growth
- Supportive team environment with strong exposure across procurement and operations
Benefits
- 22 days holiday increasing to 24 after 2 years + bank holidays + birthday off
- Pension (3% employee / 5% employer)
Why Join?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing FMCG business investing heavily into its manufacturing and supply chain operations. You’ll gain broad exposure across purchasing and operations, work within a supportive team, and have genuine opportunity to develop your career within procurement and supply chain.