Senior Buyer - Bridge Recruitment UK Ltd : Job Details

Buyer Paddock Wood 7:30am - 4:30pm or 8am to 5pm | Full Time Are you commercially minded, great at negotiating, and ready to make an impact? Were looking for a Buyer to join a friendly and driven Manufacturing team in Paddock Wood. Youll play a vital role in sourcing raw materials-especially steel and metals-while ensuring cost efficiency and supplier reliability. Whether you're already experienced or looking to step up, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a collaborative business. What Youll Be Doing · Source and purchase raw materials from UK and international suppliers · Negotiate pricing and terms to drive cost savings and value · Analyse procurement data to spot savings and improve efficiency · Maintain supplier relationships and adapt to market fluctuations · Coordinate with sales, production & planning to forecast and fulfil demand · Manage admin & reporting, including POs, tracking, and ERP system input (training provided) Key Skills · Experience buying raw materials in a manufacturing/industrial setting (steel/metals ideal) · Confident negotiator with a commercial mindset · Strong communicator, internally and externally · Comfortable in a fast-paced, hands-on role · Driven, adaptable, and proactive-you dont wait to be told what to do · No formal qualifications required-attitude and potential matter most Ready to bring your drive, ideas, and purchasing expertise to a team where you can really make your mark? Apply now and join a company where your contribution matters.