Buyer

Buyer
Bury St Edmunds - £30,000 - £32,000

Pure Resourcing Solutions are partnering with a well-established, international manufacturing business to recruit a Buyer into their growing procurement team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional to join a well-established and growing organisation. The role offers genuine scope for development, alongside the chance to make a tangible impact on supplier performance, cost efficiency and supply continuity.

The Opportunity
Working closely with the Procurement Manager, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of suppliers, ensuring the effective sourcing and delivery of goods and services to support operations. This is a hands-on role combining supplier management, cost control and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the sourcing of materials and services to meet operational requirements
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliability and service levels are met
Lead on pricing negotiations and commercial agreements to deliver value
Monitor supplier performance, addressing any quality or delivery issues
Oversee purchasing activity from order placement through to delivery
Work closely with internal teams including production, finance and customer support
Analyse spend and market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings
Support stock management to balance availability with working capital
Ensure all procurement activity aligns with company policies and compliance standardsAbout You
Previous experience in a procurement or purchasing role (ideally within a manufacturing or regulated environment)
Strong negotiation skills with a commercial mindset
Confident managing supplier relationships and driving performance
Analytical approach with the ability to interpret data and identify improvements
Experience using ERP or MRP systems
CIPS qualified (or working towards) would be advantageous
Understanding of supply chain processes and best practiceWhy Apply?
Opportunity to join a stable, growing organisation with international reach
A role with real ownership and visibility across the business
Supportive team environment with development opportunities
Flexible approach to working hours to support work-life balance