Are you an experienced Buyer looking to play a key role in driving procurement excellence within a leading engineering and manufacturing environment?
We are seeking a proactive and commercially focused Strategic Buyer to join our Supply Chain team in Bournemouth . This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of strategic sourcing activities, supplier development, project procurement and cost optimisation initiatives while working closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations teams.
As a Project Buyer, you will be responsible for integrating procurement strategies into new product development projects, ensuring robust supplier solutions are in place from concept through to serial production. You will also drive supplier performance, cost reduction programmes and procurement best practices to support long-term business objectives.
Key Responsibilities for the Strategic Buyer job based in Bournemouth
Project Procurement & Industrialisation
Represent Purchasing throughout development projects, ensuring procurement readiness for successful product launches.
Integrate sourcing and commodity strategies into project activities.
Manage procurement of materials and components during project phases, ensuring availability, cost targets and delivery timelines are achieved.
Work closely with suppliers, Engineering, Development and Supplier Quality teams to ensure manufacturability of new components.
Obtain supplier quotations, lead commercial negotiations and establish supplier agreements.
Collaborate with Engineering and Programme Management teams to ensure alignment on procurement decisions.
Maintain accurate procurement and project data within business systems.
Prepare structured project handover documentation for Operational Purchasing teams.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency and project execution.
Participate in supplier qualification, auditing and part approval activities.
Conduct supplier visits to assess capability, performance and development opportunities.
Supplier Management & Strategic Sourcing
Conduct supplier market analysis and identify new sourcing opportunities.
Evaluate, qualify and develop suppliers across parts, assemblies and finished products.
Lead supplier selection activities in collaboration with Quality and cross-functional stakeholders.
Maintain approved supplier lists and ensure supplier risk mitigation strategies are in place.
Drive supplier performance improvements across quality, delivery, cost and compliance metrics.
Build strong supplier relationships to support long-term business growth and operational success.
Cost Management & Commercial Performance
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, terms and conditions, NDAs and compliance agreements.
Drive cost reduction initiatives through Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis and continuous improvement programmes.
Conduct benchmarking activities against market trends and industry competitors.
Monitor procurement budgets and deliver performance against key objectives.
Establish and achieve procurement KPIs aligned with business goals
Skills & Experience Required for the Strategic Buyer job based in Bournemouth
Provable Minimum 3 years' experience in a Strategic Buyer, Project Buyer or Senior Buyer role.
Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
Proven experience in supplier management and supplier development.
Excellent understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies and contract management.
Strong analytical skills with experience in market research and data analysis.
Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
CIPS qualification or equivalent procurement qualification.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities.
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on delivering measurable results.
Ability to adapt to changing market conditions and emerging technologies.
Experience in stock profiling and demand forecasting.
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required.
The successful candidate will be a driven procurement professional with a strategic mindset and a passion for supplier excellence. You will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy working collaboratively across multiple departments to deliver innovative sourcing solutions and business improvements.
If you are an experienced Strategic Buyer or Procurement Specialist looking for your next challenge in Bournemouth, we would love to hear from you.
To apply please send your CV to nking@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Chuck Lam on 01582 878839.....Read more...
What You'll Be Doing
• Handle inbound buyer enquiries and qualify leads for the sales team
• Support viewing coordination and follow-up communications
• Maintain accurate buyer and property records in the CRM (GoHighLevel)
• Assist negotiators with progression of sales through to exchange and completion
• Learn and apply compliance requirements (AML, ID checks) under supervision
• Support developer reporting and stock updates
What You'll Learn
• End-to-end new homes sales process, from lead to legal completion
• Buyer qualification and objection handling
• Property law and compliance fundamentals relevant to sales
• CRM and pipeline management
What We're Looking For
• Confident communicator, comfortable on the phone
• Organised, with strong attention to detail
• Genuine interest in property and sales
• Resilient and coachable — happy to be corrected and improve fastTraining Outcome:Strong performers move into a full negotiator role, with a self-employed, commission-earning career path from there.Employer Description:Renowned Homes is a London-based new homes consultancy. We don't list developments, we move them. Rather than operating as a traditional estate agency, we work as an embedded sales partner to developers, taking ownership of pricing, positioning, demand generation, and sales execution from launch through to completion.
We've sold over £80M in new homes, work with developers including Berkeley Group, Ballymore, Barratt, Hill Group, London Square and Fairview, and our founder was recognised in UK Parliament as Under 30's Entrepreneur of the Year in 2025. It's a lean, high-performance, founder-led team — apprentices here get real responsibility from day one, not just admin support.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Ready to dive into the dynamic realm of PPC ads with the flair of a true digital conjurer? Look no further – The Opportunity Hub UK is your launchpad to this exciting role as a PPC Media Buyer extraordinaire. We're here to guide you to an incredible opportunity where your PPC prowess and penchant for all things digital will shine brighter than a disco ball at a tech-themed dance party!What's in the Cards for You: Buckle up, because we're about to whisk you into a world of marketing marvels. You're not just a PPC Media Buyer; you're a conversion craftsman, a lead generation guru, and a mobile app magician for eCommerce, tech, and B2B champs. Picture yourself crafting strategies, optimizing campaigns, and scaling ad endeavours that drive results – purchases, ROI, CPA, ROAS, and CPI. Your journey involves transforming modest £100-a-day accounts into majestic £1000-a-day powerhouses that leave performance in the dust.Here's What You'll Be Navigating:Steering the ship of strategy, setup, optimization, and amplification of ad campaigns for real-world businessesJuggling tests of copy, objectives, audiences, and creativity like a pro circus performerApplying an array of tactics to propel conversions, ROI, and ROAS to dazzling heights across Google Ads, and if you've got Apple Search under your belt, you're a unicorn in our eyes!Wearing multiple project hats with finesse, adapting skills to make various project types shineSkillfully wielding pixels and pixel events, shaping audiences, and potentially using tools to master the ad workflowEmbracing the symphony of digital marketing across platforms, from social to email, and beyondRecognizing that the journey doesn't end with the click – you're a conversion rate optimization maven, an email strategy enthusiast, and a growth hacking aficionadoHere's the Skills Potpourri You'll Need:A passion for digital marketing that burns brighter than a pixelated supernovaA keen eye for handling the nitty-gritty, complemented by a strategic mindset that can orchestrate ads for optimal performanceTechnical prowess to deploy pixels, orchestrate pixel events, and sculpt audiencesA proven track record of turning ad campaigns into success stories, not just through setup but with a profound understanding of strategies and tacticsWhy Opt for the PPC Quest: Besides becoming the PPC mastermind, this adventure showers you with magical rewards:Join a squadron of marketing and creative aficionados with over 50 years of combined industry wizardryEmbrace a culture of performance and trust, where your work speaks louder than corporate jargonRevel in a work-life balance that's as harmonious as a symphonyWhy this Sector is a Gem: The world of PPC opens doors to innovation, strategy, and the thrill of seeing your digital sorcery translate into tangible results. It's a backstage pass to shaping consumer behaviour and leaving your mark on the digital landscape.So, if you've got a knack for converting clicks into conversions, and you're ready to dive into a marketing adventure like no other, your journey starts here. Join us and become the PPC Media Buyer that every campaign dreams of having!....Read more...
An opportunity has arisen for a Sales & Lettings Administrator to join an independent estate agency specialising in residential sales, lettings and property management providing personalised property services to buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants.
As a Sales & Lettings Administrator, you will be providing administrative support across sales and lettings operations, ensuring property processes, documentation and enquiries are handled efficiently.
This full-time office-based role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £35,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
? Preparing sales documentation and issuing relevant paperwork once properties are agreed for sale
? Drafting and sending correspondence to buyers, sellers, solicitors and other parties
? Updating property listings across online portals and internal systems
? Managing sales enquiries, arranging viewings and coordinating valuation appointments
? Maintaining accurate buyer and applicant records using CRM systems
? Supporting AML checks and ID verification processes
? Preparing property details, descriptions and marketing materials
? Preparing tenancy agreements, referencing documents and move-in paperwork
? Coordinating tenancy administration, including check-in and check-out processes
? Managing lettings enquiries from tenants, landlords and third parties
? Supporting tenancy renewals, including documentation and signature coordination
? Uploading and maintaining property compliance records, including relevant safety certificates
What we are looking for:
? Previously worked a Sales & Lettings Administrator, Property Administrator, Estate Agency Administrator, Lettings Administrator, Sales Administrator,Property Coordinator or in a similar role.
? Prior experience within estate agency, lettings, property administration (highly preferable)
? Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
? Confident written and verbal communication skills
? Professional tele....Read more...
Senior Procurement Officer
£55,000 - £65,000 + Progression + Bonus + Package + Holidays + Pension + Immediate Start Available + Private Healthcare
Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire
Are you an experienced Senior Procurement Officer with a background in sub-contractor procurement rather than materials buying? Have you negotiated and managed high-value subcontract packages on major construction projects and want to join a business delivering some of the UK's most technically challenging developments?
This is a rare opportunity to join a leading international general contractor delivering landmark projects across the industrial / data centre market. Working from their office in Gerrards Cross, you will play a key role in the commercial procurement of subcontract packages across multiple live projects, reporting directly to the Procurement Director.
This is not a buyer position. We are looking for someone with genuine subcontract procurement experience who understands construction delivery, commercial negotiations and package procurement from enquiry through to order placement.
The Role ? Procure subcontract packages from enquiry through to placement. ? Negotiate commercial terms and secure best value agreements. ? Review drawings, specifications and scope documents. ? Analyse quotations and identify commercial risks and opportunities. ? Work closely with estimating, commercial and project delivery teams.
The Person ? Experience procuring construction subcontract packages. ? Background working for a main contractor or specialist subcontractor. ? Able to interpret technical drawings and specifications. ? Quantity Surveying or commercial background advantage.
Keywords: Senior Procurement Officer, Procurement Manager, Procurement Engineer, Subcontract Procurement, Commercial Procurement, Construction Procurement, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial, Main Contractor, Subcontractor, Procurement, Estimating, Data Centres, Food Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, Advanced Manufacturing, Gerrards Cross, Buckinghamshire, Slough, High Wycombe, Uxbridge, Maidenhead, Reading, Watford, London.....Read more...
Assist in raising and processing purchase orders and managing procurement documentation
Obtain supplier quotations and support low-value sourcing activities
Monitor orders and resolve delivery or invoice queries
Maintain accurate procurement records and supplier information
Build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Assist with market research, spend analysis, and procurement reporting
Support contract administration and procurement exercises
Ensure procurement activities comply with organisational policies and relevant legislation
Contribute to continuous improvement within the procurement function
Training:Procurement and Supply Assistant Level 3.
Training will take place on a monthly basis, on site at DJ Assembly.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship could lead to a role working within Procurement and Supply. For the right candidate, this could be a role at DJ Assembly working within the Purchasing Team as a Purchasing or Materials Assistant, leading into a Production Buyer role.Employer Description:DJ Assembly are leading Electronic Manufacturing Partners based in York, UK. Working with a huge range of organisations from dynamic local partners to global tech companies, military contractors and academic institutions. DJ’s projects include the development of green energy technologies, electric vehicles, gas measurement, flow control and lighting, as well as motor racing, 3D scanning and military prototyping. DJ offer assemblies manufactured to IPC-A-610 Class 3, with a specific emphasis on the development of test and control processes to exacting customer standards.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm, Friday 8.30am - 2.45pm. Includes a daily 30-minute unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Initiative....Read more...
Would you like to work within a high-performing team sourcing, buying and managing specialist high-tech electronic components?
This recognised world leader in electronics, instrumentation and Aerospace is seeking a Stores Coordinator to join there successful and expanding team!
As a Stores Coordinator you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the Stores department, supporting Production, Engineering, Purchasing and Quality teams. You will be responsible for receiving, inspecting, storing and issuing materials while maintaining accurate stock records and ensuring products are prepared and dispatched to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities for this Stores Coordinator based in Newbury:
Receive, inspect and process incoming goods in accordance with company procedures and purchase order requirements.
Check deliveries against supplier documentation and report any discrepancies to Purchasing or Quality teams.
Maintain accurate stock records and ensure physical inventory matches computerised stock systems.
Kit production route cards and prepare materials to support manufacturing requirements.
Pick and issue components accurately to support production schedules.
Prepare, pack and dispatch customer orders, ensuring all documentation is completed correctly.
Key Skills and Experience for this Stores Coordinator based in Newbury:
Previous experience within a manufacturing, engineering or production environment.
Experience handling stock control, goods-in, stores, warehouse or logistics activities.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Experience using inventory or ERP systems would be advantageous.
This Stores Coordinator in Berkshire is a fantastic opportunity to join a company who offer dynamic, challenging and exciting career opportunities and is commutable from Newbury and Reading.
For more information on this Buyer Job in Berkshire or to discuss similar jobs, please call Kyle Graveney at Redline Group on 01582 878817 or email KGraveney@Redlinegroup.Com.....Read more...
Customer & Platform Support:
Respond promptly and professionally to customers via eCommerce platforms, email and phone
Handle customer returns and shipment queries, liaising with couriers and the Returns department
Collaborate with Sales and Purchasing teams to resolve product-related queries
Work with the Ebay Specialist to ensure timely customer replacements, refunds and credit notes
Maintain positive platform feedback by delivering exceptional service and proactively addressing issues to prevent negative reviews
Provide online sales and merchandising support/cover including, but not limited to, raising orders, product reviews
Assist with new listing across all platforms, including product descriptions, specifications and images
Maintain and distribute report as required, including Complaints Logs, Returns, refunds and Credits Reports
Deliver high-quality customer service in line with agreed service standards, understanding and anticipating customer needs
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the business, systems, products and processes
Purchasing Administration:
Support the Assistant Buyer and Purchasing team by raising timely, accurate purchase orders
Maintain the Config Planner and delivery schedules accurately and with agreed timescales
Coordinate BBTI orders with B2B customers, ensuring alignment with operational timelines
Assist with purchasing administration, reporting and data maintenance as required
Any other tasks deemed necessary to support business needs and/or provide cover for colleagues
Training:
One day study per week
Training Outcome:
Could lead to a permanent position for the right person
Employer Description:We’re a UK-based Technology Solutions Provider specialising in wireless devices and connected technology.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Obtain quotes for manufacturing consumable items
Source replacements where parts are obsolete
Load agreed prices and T&C’s (lead time, MOQ etc.) into SAP to allow ordering function to place orders in a timely manner
Develop knowledge of manufacturing consumables and associated supplier base to ensure proper competitiveness of procurement in line with company values (e.g. CSR)
Develop manufacturing consumable supplier relationships
Process purchase requisitions into purchase orders for validation by responsible buyer
Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
Assist with research into potential suppliers
Assist with new supplier onboarding/existing supplier modification process and Supplier Relationship Management database maintenance
Manage account queries including payment/invoice queries
Assist in generation/compilation of reports
Management of supplier online e-buy portals
Training:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, individuals will have achieved the CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Procurement & Supply, a globally recognised qualification
Training will be a combination of on the job and off the job
The off the job element will include classroom style learning and revision days as well as one to one tutor sessions
Study guides, eBooks and eLearning will be provided
Training Outcome:Further CIPS Qualifications moving up into a Practitioner role.Employer Description:Alcatel Submarine Networks is a French company and one of the three world leaders in the manufacture and installation of submarine cables. We stand as an industry leader with over 850,000 km of optical submarine systems globally – that’s nearly 21 times the Earth’s circumference.
We cater to a wide range of needs: from traditional telecom applications and webscale service provider infrastructures to offshore oil and gas projects.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 0900-1700.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills....Read more...
An opportunity has arisen for a Sales & Lettings Administrator to join an independent estate agency specialising in residential sales, lettings and property management providing personalised property services to buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants.
As a Sales & Lettings Administrator, you will be providing administrative support across sales and lettings operations, ensuring property processes, documentation and enquiries are handled efficiently.
This full-time office-based role offers a salary range of £30,000 - £35,000 and benefits.
You will be responsible for:
* Preparing sales documentation and issuing relevant paperwork once properties are agreed for sale
* Drafting and sending correspondence to buyers, sellers, solicitors and other parties
* Updating property listings across online portals and internal systems
* Managing sales enquiries, arranging viewings and coordinating valuation appointments
* Maintaining accurate buyer and applicant records using CRM systems
* Supporting AML checks and ID verification processes
* Preparing property details, descriptions and marketing materials
* Preparing tenancy agreements, referencing documents and move-in paperwork
* Coordinating tenancy administration, including check-in and check-out processes
* Managing lettings enquiries from tenants, landlords and third parties
* Supporting tenancy renewals, including documentation and signature coordination
* Uploading and maintaining property compliance records, including relevant safety certificates
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked a Sales & Lettings Administrator, Property Administrator, Estate Agency Administrator, Lettings Administrator, Sales Administrator,Property Coordinator or in a similar role.
* Prior experience within estate agency, lettings, property administration (highly preferable)
* Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
* Confident written and verbal communication skills
* Professional telephone manner with the ability to handle customer enquiries effectively
* Comfortable using property CRM systems
* Proactive approach with the ability to identify solutions and take ownership of tasks
This is a great opportunity for an Sales & Lettings Administrator looking to join a busy estate agency team and play a key role in supporting successful sales and lettings operations.
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What the apprentice will do at work:
The apprentice will rotate across Trading Operations, Market Surveillance, Clearing Services, Treasury Operations & Analytics, and Clearing Risk, gaining broad experience across LME and LME Clear.
They will support electronic trading supervision, reference price generation, and market monitoring to help ensure markets remain fair, transparent, and orderly. They will also assist with identifying unusual activity, drafting communications, and responding to stakeholder queries.
In Clearing Services and Treasury, the apprentice will help with trade capture, settlement, collateral movements, reconciliations, cash monitoring, payments, and reporting, while developing an understanding of clearing house and treasury operations.
In Clearing Risk, they will support the monitoring of member exposures, collateral, liquidity, and market risks, as well as assist with reporting, analysis, and process improvements.
Overall, the role offers practical experience across trading, surveillance, clearing, treasury, and risk, while building analytical, operational, technical, and professional skills.Training:Investment Operations Specialist Level 4.
Apprentices will be rotating through different business areas in their first year (Trading Operations, Market Surveillance, Clearing Services, Treasury Operations & Analytics) and will be able to choose area they like to stay for another year. Fitch Learning will be delivering the training and support towards your apprenticeship and professional qualification, which is a mix between live teaching sessions, masterclasses and coaching/mentoring. Training Outcome:Permanent placement is not guaranteed, however, in the past a lot of apprentices managed to secure a permanent placement at LME after their completed the programme.Employer Description:The London Metal Exchange is the world centre for the trading of industrial metals – the majority of all non-ferrous metal futures business is transacted on our platforms.
Last year, 191 million lots were traded, equating to $21 trillion and 4 billion tonnes notional, with a market open interest high of 2.1 million lots.
A member of HKEX Group, the LME brings together participants from the physical industry and the financial community to create a robust and regulated market where there is always a buyer and a seller, where there is always a price and where there is always the opportunity to transfer or take on risk – 24 hours a day.
Investors value the LME as a vibrant futures exchange but also for its close links to industry. The possibility of physical delivery via the world-wide network of LME-approved warehouses makes it the perfect hedging venue for industry and provides a reference price they trust.
The Exchange provides producers and consumers of metal with a physical market of last resort and, most importantly, with the ability to hedge against the risk of rising and falling world metal prices.
It's what we've been doing since 1877.Working Hours :Duration and working hours - It will be 2-years fixed-term contract, 5-days a week, hours will depend on the area they will be in, could be general 9am - 6pm, but could be also shift work. Exact working days and hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
