Are you a Buyer looking for a new job opportunity? Mpeople are currently working with a well-established international supply business in Bolton. The company has multiple sites both in the UK and overseas, you will be based at the Bolton office. You will be rewarded with a company that supports staff’s personal growth with career progression, ongoing training, fantastic supportive colleagues, paid medical appointments, company sick pay, rewards length of service, company social events and more.  Salary £25,665 - £31,534 dependent on experience. Hours Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm (37.5 hours per week).

Buyer Duties:  

• Management of the authorised supplier list. 
• Dealing with enquiries from suppliers and clients and establish pricing to support customers and the business. 
• Introducing new suppliers as appropriate to meet the current and future needs of the business.  
• Be pivotal in providing value for money and ensuring that supplier performance is of a high standard. 
• Develop strong professional working relationships with Suppliers / Clients.  
• Liaising with suppliers to gain quotes, cost reductions, payment terms, source core products and maintain key performance indicators.  
• Negotiating prices with suppliers to ensure that the best rates are secured, track savings, long term benefits, new products and provide supplier reviews both existing and new.  
• Managing the assets/stock of the business, ensuring that the in-house database is accurate and processes for withdrawal of stock are followed and up to date delivery, dates and times are correct.    
• Answering all incoming calls and directing them to the relevant departments.  
• Adhere to all workplace office procedures.    
• Maintain good working knowledge of systems and continuing updates.  

Buyer Requirements:  

• Required 4 years' experience in a similar role in supply, manufacturing or a transferable industry.  
• Required Excel, Word and proficient in Microsoft packages with knowledge of CRMS or ERP. 
• Required excellent written and verbal communication skills with a high attention to detail analytical in approach and the ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads.   
• Maintain deadlines, targets and worked in a fast-paced environment.  
• Stong interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.   

Buyer Benefits:  

• 22 days holidays plus bank holidays increasing with longevity. 
• Eye care vouchers, company sick pay, pension, paid medical appointments.  
• Length of service reward, company discount scheme, company social events. 
• On-site parking.