Buyer - Cast UK Limited : Job Details

Buyer

Lancashire

£40,000 + Benefits

Role Overview

Cast UK are supporting a leading manufacturing company in Lancashire, renowned for delivering high-quality products to an expanding customer base, with the recruitment process of a Buyer to join our procurement team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to play a key role in our supply chain operations and drive efficiencies across the manufacturing processes.

As the Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely procurement of goods essential to our production. Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimise the supply chain and maintain high standards in cost, quality, and lead time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, from sourcing and negotiations to purchase order management and supplier performance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal teams (production, planning, and finance) to align purchasing with company objectives.
• Analyse purchasing data to assess inventory needs and support cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with internal purchasing policies and procedures.
• Drive continuous improvement within the procurement process.

Qualifications and Skills:

• CIPS Level 5 (or higher) qualification is essential.
• Proven experience in a Buyer or Procurement role within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and forecasting.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Renumeration:

£40,000 + Benefits

About Cast UK:

Cast UK is a leading executive consultancy, providing national recruitment solutions to both clients and candidates. Specialising in, HR, Procurement, Buying, Supply Chain, and Logistics, each member of our specialist team has a professional background specific to their recruiting sector. With this unique insight and knowledge, our consultants are able to place individuals from trainee through to main board. For more information on Cast UK or to discuss how we can find talent for your business then please visit www.castuk.com