Buyer

Halifax, West Yorkshire
£26,000 - £30,000 per annum
37 hours per week | Flexi time
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Are you ambitious, eager to learn, and ready to take the next step in your career?
A well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Halifax is seeking a motivated Buyer to join its friendly and supportive Supply Chain team.

If you're someone who loves to build relationships, negotiate great deals, and take ownership of your work — this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why You'll Love This Role

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Competitive salary: £26K-£30K

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33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

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Flexi-time (37 hours per week)

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Life insurance

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Staff shop discount scheme

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Genuine investment in your personal development and career progression

You'll be joining a small, close-knit team that values collaboration, humour, and getting the job done. The Supply Chain Manager started in an entry-level role and worked her way up — a great example of how this business truly supports internal progression.

Key Responsibilities

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Negotiate with suppliers on price, lead times, and terms

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Deliver cost savings and drive value for the business

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Build and maintain strong supplier relationships

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Work with Sage 50, Sage 200, and Sage Construction (or similar ERP systems)

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Monitor and forecast stock levels to ensure supply continuity

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Conduct supplier evaluations and performance monitoring

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Expand the supplier base to strengthen the supply chain

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Collate and manage supplier documentation and certificates

Requirements

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Impeccable communication skills — written and verbal

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Able to work independently and as part of a team

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Experience using Sage 50/200/Construct or similar systems

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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

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Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities

Nice to Have

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CIPS Level 3 qualification (or working towards it)

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Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

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Familiarity with raw materials procurement

About the Company

This is a respected UK manufacturer with decades of experience supplying high-quality engineered products to critical industries such as nuclear, environmental, and industrial processing.

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Based in Halifax, West Yorkshire

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Clean, well-maintained site with a friendly, safety-conscious culture

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Backed by a solid order book and long-term projects

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Undergoing an exciting period of growth and investment

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable yet forward-thinking business that believes in developing its people. You'll gain hands-on experience, training, and genuine progression opportunities as part of a company that values initiative, ambition, and personal growth