FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established manufacturing business with the recruitment of a Buyer.

Permanent, full-time position based in York.

Salary£30,000 – £35,000, depending on experience + additional benefits

This is a varied supply chain and procurement role supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations, supplier performance and purchasing activity within a specialist manufacturing environment.

• Key ResponsibilitiesManage and monitor supplier performance across cost, quality and delivery.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support sourcing activity for new product development.
• Benchmark existing suppliers, products and services to achieve best value.
• Maintain and review the Approved Suppliers List.
• Support indirect purchasing activity across the business.
• Monitor open purchase orders and expedite deliveries where required.
• Help ensure materials and components are available to support production requirements.
• Support supplier reviews and ongoing supply chain improvement.
• Work closely with the Factory Manager and wider Operations team.

• Skills & ExperiencePrevious experience within supply chain, purchasing, procurement or a similar operational role.
• Manufacturing experience would be highly advantageous.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Confident communicating with suppliers and internal departments.
• Good Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of logistics, transport, import or export procedures would be beneficial.
• Experience working within a B2B environment would be useful.
• CIPS Level 4 or equivalent would be advantageous but is not essential.