Location: Poole & Bournemouth | Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 WFH after onboarding)
Rate: Up to £20 per hour DOE
Overview
A well-established manufacturing organisation is seeking a proactive Buyer to join its Procurement team on a 9-month contract. This role plays a key part in supporting manufacturing operations through effective supplier management, order control, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
Manage open orders and chase suppliers when needed
Raise purchase orders from requisitions
Look for cost-saving opportunities
Process returns for rejected goods
Handle shortages by finding alternatives or working with engineering
Help resolve goods-in discrepancies
Support the wider procurement team with daily tasks
Work with internal teams across the business
Help resolve invoice and payment issues
Support ongoing process improvements
Essential Skills & Experience
Self-motivated with a flexible, hands-on approach
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Ability to prioritise and manage a varied workload
Solid understanding of purchasing principles and commercial awareness
High attention to detail and accuracy
Numerate with good IT skills, including intermediate Microsoft Excel
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment
Previous experience in a procurement or buying role
Experience within a complex manufacturing environment
Familiarity with SAP systems
Immediate or short-notice availability preferredApply today to find out more!
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Salary description
£15.00 - £20.00 per hour