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 are seeking a Senior Buyer to join there successful and expanding team!
As a buyer you will join a team of fast-moving, dedicated, passionate and technical professionals focused on innovation and delivering results. The buyer will play a key part within a specialised purchasing team whose primary objective is to ensure appropriate supplier selection that meets the needs of specific requirements and will provide excellent value for money in the goods and services they provide.
Key Responsibilities for Senior Buyer Job will include:
Supplier Management and relationship building; to work with Suppliers to ensure stock/procedures are in place to be reactive to increases or decreases in demand.
To carry out purchasing according to specified needs securing cost reductions wherever possible.
Maintain adequate stock levels and review methods of reducing cost of purchased parts.
Progress orders and ensure timely delivery, advising relevant personnel of long lead times.
To liaise with the drawing office and the Materials planning team to ensure all necessary information is provided to suppliers to enable production of company products to quality standards.
Key Skills/Requirements for the Senior Buyer Job:
Significant buying experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment and ideally within the electronics industry.
Confident and experienced with purchasing budgets.
Skilled and proven negotiator.
Previous experience with managing suppliers.
The ideal candidate for this Buyer Job will be confident in purchasing all goods and services for the Berkshire site in line with quality requirements and financial considerations.
This Buyer Job 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 Ricky Wilcocks at Redline Group on 01582 878810 or email Rwilcocks@Redlinegroup.Com with an up to date CV and covering letter.....Read more...
Senior Buyer required to join an existing engineering procurement team who secure the supply chain, purchase and timely delivery of goods and services.
Requirements
Buyer experience within engineering ideally mechanical and electrical.
Engineering drawings and BOMs knowledge
MS Office: ERP, Navision, SAP and logical process fluency.
MCIPS qualified.
Full driving licence.
Responsibilities
Maximum Retail Price, optimal inventory and OTD performance management.
Prepare tenders, analyse quotations and negotiate pricing.
Build supplier relationships, visits and audits.
Own sourcing and advise on make vs buy decisions.
Monitor supplier performance quality.....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long-standing company in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer II/ Senior is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday - onsite
Supervision Responsibility:
None
Essential Duties
Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Design and implement scalable sourcing plans.
Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements.
Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch.
Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction.
Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing.
Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements.
Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production.
Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results.
Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis.
Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance.
Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status.
Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Strategic Sourcing Buyer II
The Strategic Sourcing Buyer II is required to have a minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Develop and execute category strategies
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management
Influence stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier selection
Develop and execute category strategies
Senior Strategic Sourcing Buyer
The senior level of the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is required to have a minimum of 5-10+ years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Deep category knowledge and advanced sourcing skills
Experience leading cross-functional sourcing initiatives or global procurement strategies
Strong commercial and contractual expertise
Mentor junior sourcing staff
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management
Employment Standards
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems - D365 preferred. Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and software, specifically MS Excel
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Understanding of lean manufacturing environment utilizing 5S, Kaizen or Kanban system.
Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
Applies Total Cost of Ownership techniques to accomplish objectives.
Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk.
Ability to work with Engineering Departments to support product design or changes while ensuring procurement processes are appropriately maintained.
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring Range - Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Level II - $86K - $97K
Senior Level - $93K - $105K
Depends upon experience
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's.
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background checks.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
JOB DESCRIPTION
Legend Brands, an industry leader and long-standing company in providing equipment, accessories and chemicals for professional cleaning, facility maintenance, portable environmental control, fire remediation and water damage restoration.
Job Summary
Under general supervision, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer is responsible for working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders to diversify how and where materials are procured, brings new products to market, and tactfully supports operational buying. This role encompasses planning, data analysis, reporting, negotiating, process development and cost management. To deliver successful results, the Strategic Sourcing Buyer must develop strong internal/external relationships and knowledge of operations.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday - onsite
Supervision Responsibility:
None
Essential Duties
Identify, evaluate, and select new suppliers that meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Design and implement scalable sourcing plans.
Implement vendor contracts and supply agreements.
Manage Bills of Material for new products, work with suppliers and buyers to obtain cost, lead time, minimum order quantity, tooling cost, to support all phases of development and product launch.
Collaborate with other Legend Brands buyers and suppliers in the negotiation of contracts, pricing, problem resolution, and new product introduction.
Participate in Engineering and New Products Teams as an active member helping to influence best practice sourcing.
Work with Quality Assurance to ensure procured materials/services meet technical, business, and quality requirements.
Build relationships and collaborate with Sales Operations, Engineering, QA, Materials Management, Product Management, New Product Development, Accounting, and Production.
Utilize advanced Excel functionality and D365 to analyze data, implement solutions and create successful business results.
Manage and maintain procurement-related data and systems to support reporting and analysis.
Stay up to date on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and maximize performance.
Ability to convey complex information in a clear and concise manner.
Report-out to leadership on project timelines, improvement, and status.
Execute and develop objectives to improve against department KPIs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Strategic Sourcing Buyer I
Strategic Sourcing Buyer I is intended for individuals with a minimum of 2-5 years related work experience.
This level requires knowledge and competent demonstration of the following within 6 (six) months of hire:
Lead sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP) for defined categories
Perform total cost of ownership (TCO) and should-cost analyses
Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements
Identify and onboard new suppliers
Moderate autonomy; resolving and escalating complex issues to senior staff
Strategic Sourcing Buyer II
This is the next level of the Strategic Sourcing Buyer series and is required to have a minimum of 5-10 years of previous experience and working knowledge and competent demonstration of the following:
Lead supplier negotiations and contract management
Influence stakeholders on sourcing decisions and supplier selection
High autonomy with strategic input into sourcing roadmap
Strategic Sourcing Buyer II performs broader range of duties, proven skillset to fully perform Strategic Sourcing Buyer responsibilities, more technically complex tasks, expected to set an example of professional efficiency, and provide technical direction to less experienced staff.
Employment Standards
Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems - D365 preferred.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
Skilled in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Understanding of lean manufacturing environment utilizing 5S, Kaizen or Kanban system.
Skill in decision making by considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and choosing the most appropriate one.
Applies Total Cost of Ownership techniques to accomplish objectives.
Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance cost, quality and risk.
Skilled in the use of standard office equipment and software, specifically MS Excel.
Ability to work with Engineering Departments to support product design or changes while ensuring procurement processes are appropriately maintained.
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
Ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information.
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
Hiring Range - Strategic Sourcing Buyer
Level I - $80.2K - $90.2K
Level II - $86K - $97K
Benefits
Legend Brands offers an excellent benefits package with comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, leaves of absence, 10 paid holidays, generous paid time off, employer matching 401k PLUS a company-sponsored pension, and more!
Additional Considerations
Legend Brands is an equal opportunity employer that considers all applicants without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
Candidates must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S., as we are not currently sponsoring or taking over sponsorship of employment Visa's.
All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory pre-employment drug test and background checks.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Gain practical experience across real manufacturing projects and capital investments.
Learn and apply relevant procurement, safety, quality and regulatory standards relating to manufacturing equipment and tooling.
Support procurement activities for capital equipment, production tooling and manufacturing services across customer programmes. Apply defined procedures to resolve straightforward issues and seek guidance when problems fall outside agreed processes.
Work with suppliers to request quotations, evaluate capabilities, analyse deliverables and track progress against agreed timelines.
Analyse cost, technical and commercial data, including cost breakdowns, technical specifications and contractual terms.
Assist with purchase order preparation, documentation, data accuracy and record management within procurement systems.
Participate in cross‑functional project reviews with engineering, quality and manufacturing teams.
Monitor tooling and equipment milestones, delivery schedules and supplier performance.
Assist with capital approval processes by compiling business cases, cost models and investment proposals.
Training:The apprenticeship provider will be The Apprentice Academy. The qualification will be done remotely.
Exams will need to be attended face to face (there are various places where these can attended).
All qualifications, exams and joining fees for professional bodies will be paid by Artifex Interior Systems. Training Outcome:After this apprenticeship the candidate will have the option to start their level 5 and 6 qualifications in procurement.
The specific routes could be buyer / senior buyer in all commodities, then commodity manager. Employer Description:Artifex Interior Systems embarked on a new chapter as an independent automotive interior systems manufacturer in June 2024.
While our independence is recent, our team brings a wealth of expertise in the manufacturing sector, ensuring continuity and depth of knowledge.
We are establishing ourselves as a trusted name in the automotive industry specialising in the design, development, manufacturing, and supply of innovative interior components for major global automotive manufacturers.
At Artifex, we are committed to crafting exceptional quality, innovative designs and sustainable solutions for the automotive interiors industry.
Partner collaboration.
Innovative design, engineering and manufacturing.
Compliance with quality and safety standards.
Continuous improvement culture.
Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 08:30 - 17:15.
Friday, 08:30 - 13:00.
There will be no shift work or opportunity for overtime.
There is a bus link, with a small walk from the bus stop and Birmingham International train station near by.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Proactive,Accountability....Read more...
Managing costs for our new Banks Homes sites
Controlling and managing budget and valuations
Involved in the full life cycle of the development, from assisting with the tender process and analysis through to site close out
Support with management of closed site budgets, whilst developing a strong understanding of the housebuilding process and commercial best practices
Support the Senior Buyer to effectively manage the delivery of materials and plant on a site-by-site basis
Assist in the implementation of the appropriate solutions for construction projects
Apply different types of contracts to different situations
Assist in the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for construction projects
Assist in the measurement and costing of construction works
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, cash flow and cost forecasts for a construction project
Assist in the collection, collation and storage of relevant data and its analysis
Training:Starting as a Commercial Trainee, you will gain hands-on experience whilst working towards the Construction Quantity Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship to further develop your skills and knowledge. In partnership with Northumbria University and throughout your apprenticeship programme, you will engage in on-the-job training, coursework and assessments, attending Northumbria University 1-3 days per semester. This will support your development to set you on the path to becoming an exceptional Quantity Surveyor.
Internally, you will work closely with the Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Senior Buyer, Commercial Director, Site Management and other functions within Banks Homes to develop your skills. You will also work closely with our Group Learning & Development Manager to support you through the apprenticeship programme.
You will work under the guidance of your course tutor to support your development and progress in conjunction with your line manager and our group Learning & Development Manager. Regular communication with the course tutor will be in place to ensure alignment between on-the-job training and academic requirements. You will be expected to attend scheduled reviews and provide updates on your learning, performance, and coursework at regular intervals throughout your apprenticeship.
Training Outcome:Once you have completed your apprenticeship, you would move to either an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor position. Employer Description:Banks Homes is part of the Banks Group. Established in 1976, the Banks Group is a family business with a rich history in the development sector. We operate in a range of business areas, including Banks Property, Banks Homes, Banks Mining and Banks Plant Solutions. We’re responsible for a range of developments across the north of England, Yorkshire and Scotland.
The Banks Group works closely with, values and listens to the views of communities close to our projects, our business partners and our people. This is an approach that we call Development with Care – an approach that ensures we work safely, responsibly and sustainably across our three business areas at all times. We want our developments to leave a positive long-term legacy on the environment and local communities that host our developments.
We believe in placing people and the planet at the heart of what we do, looking for ways to leave a positive impact on local communities and the environment. Our people understand, practice and share this ethos. They manage a range of projects from inception through to completion, including gaining all necessary planning permissions and consents, while ensuring local communities and the environment are cared for.
At Banks Group, we’re excited to be growing our business with the launch of Banks Homes — our dedicated housebuilding division.
With a skilled in-house team of surveyors, planners, and technical specialists in housebuilding, drainage and highways, creating our own range of homes was a natural next step.
Banks Homes was born from a desire to create sustainable, well-designed homes that support healthier, happier lives. Inspired by the needs and aspirations of our customers, we’ve developed a thoughtful blueprint for modern living— carefully considering how each space functions to support everyday wellbeing.
From the location and landscaped gardens to the high ceilings, ¾-height windows and bi-fold doors, every element has been designed to maximise space, natural light and comfort. We’ve future-proofed our homes with energy efficient features and smart technology to help reduce energy bills — while our dedicated customer service team is here to make every step of your journeysmooth and stress-free.
Wherever striking design, future-proof sustainability and desirable locations come together, you’ll find a Banks Home.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 17:30pm
Friday, 8:30am to 16:00pmSkills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Head of Purchasing – Premium Hospitality Purchasing Business – Hybrid - £65-70K + Benefits My client is a growing purchasing business who specialise in procurement for premium hospitality clients.They are currently looking for a Head of Purchasing to join their team. The successful Head of Purchasing will be responsible for maintaining and nurturing relationships with existing suppliers while seeking opportunities with new suppliers to enhance the business position across all buying categories.This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Senior Buyer or Head of Purchasing to join a brilliant business who can offer an enjoyable working environment and genuine progression opportunities.Responsibilities include:
Working with wider teams to support and provide procurement solutions as required.Sourcing, tendering, negotiating with suppliers as requested by the business.Use data and insights to deliver reports and analysis for key stakeholders.Presenting back solutions to internal customers and concluding contracts with suppliersDevelop and implement category strategies and establish strategic relationships with suppliers.Manage supplier relationships to ensure continuity of goods and services meet the quality, service, and price required.Work with the Procurement team to streamline and improve sourcing processes.
The Ideal Head of Purchasing Candidate:
Have previous buying experience, ideally covering multiple categories, within a premium hospitality business or purchasing organisation for premium hospitality clients.Experienced in fast paced procurement.CIPS qualified is desirable.Experienced in developing category strategy and strategic sourcing.Have a hands-on approach with strong negotiation, writing and admin skills.Good communication and organisation skills.Must be able to drive.
If you are keen to discuss the details further, please apply today or send your cv to Mikey at COREcruitment dot com / mikey@corecruitment.com....Read more...
Growth Marketing Manager, Cirencester, Gloucestershire - £35,000 to £45,000If you live and breathe data-driven marketing and want to see the direct commercial impact of your work, this Growth Marketing Manager position in Cirencester could be exactly what you are looking for. A financial services company with serious momentum is hiring someone to own the growth engine.Company OverviewThis Cirencester-based financial services business has built a strong reputation across investment, wealth management and commercial finance. Now entering a phase of accelerated growth, the company is looking for a Growth Marketing Manager to help scale client acquisition and deepen engagement with existing customers. The office sits in the heart of Gloucestershire and the culture is fast-paced but supportive.Job OverviewThe Growth Marketing Manager will be responsible for building and optimising the marketing funnel from awareness through to conversion. Unlike a traditional marketing role, this position is squarely focused on measurable growth — testing channels, improving conversion rates and finding scalable ways to attract high-value clients. The Growth Marketing Manager will work across paid, organic and referral channels to drive pipeline for the business development team.Here's what you'll be doing:Designing and executing growth experiments across paid search, social advertising and email automationBuilding and refining the lead generation funnel using data and analyticsManaging marketing budgets with a clear focus on cost per acquisition and return on investmentCollaborating with sales and business development to align marketing-qualified leads with commercial goalsImplementing A/B testing frameworks for landing pages, email sequences and ad creativesReporting on key growth metrics and presenting insights to senior leadershipHere are the skills you'll need:Demonstrable experience in a Growth Marketing Manager, Performance Marketing or Demand Generation roleStrong analytical skills with proficiency in Google Analytics, marketing automation platforms and CRM toolsHands-on experience running paid media campaigns across Google Ads, LinkedIn and MetaUnderstanding of the financial services buyer journey and longer sales cyclesComfort with data — you should be able to build a dashboard as easily as you write a briefFull UK driving licence (office-based in Cirencester, Gloucestershire)Work PermissionsYou must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.Key perks and benefits:Salary of £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experiencePerformance-linked bonus opportunities tied to growth targetsAccess to marketing technology stack and budget to experimentCareer progression into Head of Marketing or Commercial Marketing DirectorPension scheme and competitive holiday allowanceCirencester office location with easy access to the M4 and M5 corridorsGrowth marketing in financial services is one of the fastest-evolving disciplines in the United Kingdom. As firms move away from traditional referral models, the demand for commercially minded Growth Marketing Managers continues to rise. This Cirencester role offers the chance to shape a growth function from the ground up within a sector that rewards long-term thinking.....Read more...
Buyer & Merchandiser - US CollegiateLocation: Remote (Home-based, UK)Reports to: Senior Leadership Salary: Reflective of experienceWe operate in store and online retail experiences for US universities and campus’ selling course supplies and branded merchandise to students and faculties. We’re growing, our customers are demanding, and our edge is that we move faster and think sharper than the rest of the industry. We need someone to own the buy.This is not a traditional procurement role and it isn’t a job for someone who wants to administer a process. We’re looking for a commercial operator who understands product, trend, sell-through and margin and who treats AI as a daily tool, not a buzzword.You’ll own the range. You’ll decide what we buy, from whom, at what price, in what quantity, and when to mark it down. You’ll work hand-in-glove with our US store managers, suppliers in the US and overseas, and our internal design and operations teams. The autonomy of a category lead, and the accountability that comes with it.What you’ll actually do
Own the assortment for our US collegiate accounts including new buys, reorders, end-of-life. Right product, right price, right quantity, right time.Read trends across fashion, collegiate culture and branded merch, and translate them into product decisions. Use AI to surface signals faster than the competition.Build forecasts that stand up to scrutiny. Manage rate-of-sales, sell-through and markdown discipline to hit margin and turn targets.Negotiate hard with suppliers both domestic and overseas on price, lead time, MOQ and terms. Build the supplier base we need for the next five years, not the last five.Form connections for print-on-demand based goods as we introduce these into our retail environment.Partner closely with US store managers and retail operations on what’s working, what isn’t, and what to do about it.Use AI tools to compress the routine parts of the job including supplier comms, sample tracking, PO reconciliation, trend research — so your time goes on commercial decisions, not admin.Travel to the US and Far East for buying trips, supplier visits and trade shows.
Who we’re looking forYou’ve worked in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, whether that’s a year and you’re hungry to own more, or several years of running a category end-to-end. We care more about how you think than how long you’ve been doing it. What matters is that you’ve had real exposure to the commercial side: choosing product, negotiating price, watching sell-through, forecasting and learning what works.You actually use AI. Not because someone told you to, but because you’ve worked out how it makes you faster and sharper. You can talk concretely about what you’ve automated, what you’ve used it to research, and where it’s changed how you make decisions. If your answer to “how do you use AI in your work” is vague, this isn’t the role.Happy working remotely, co-ordinating with UK and US based colleagues, flexing into US hours when needed.Must-haves
Hands-on experience in retail buying, merchandising or branded merchandise sourcing, depth matters more than tenurePractical understanding of forecasting, inventory and rate-of-sales planningUnderstanding of licensingTrack record negotiating with suppliers, ideally including overseas and USStrong commercial and financial acumen — you can build and defend a margin planPractical, daily use of AI in your workflowA genuine team player with no ego, no silos, no "not my job"UK right to work and willingness to travel internationally
Nice to have
US collegiate or campus retail experienceWorking knowledge of decoration methods (screen print, embroidery, sublimation, DTG)Experience with apparel, accessories and branded merchandiseExperience building or refining buying processes inside a growing business
The dealRemote, UK-based, with flexibility for US time zones. Salary reflective of experience, we’ll pay properly for the right person at any level. Pension scheme, eye care, health cash plan, buy and sell annual leave. Genuine ownership of a commercial function in a business that’s growing fast.EligibilityApplicants must be 18 years of age or older and legally eligible to work in the UK. This role operates on UK employment terms, despite its primary focus on the US market. INDLS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
