Buyer Location: Exeter area Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 + benefits Permanent | Monday to Friday | Early finish... Read more
Buyer
Location: Exeter area
Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 + benefits
Permanent | Monday to Friday | Early finish on Fridays
Butler Rose is delighted to be working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business to recruit a Buyer. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within procurement, offering clear progression pathways and exposure to a fast-paced, technically driven environment.
The RoleAs Buyer, you will take responsibility for managing the procurement of materials, components, and services required to support ongoing production and future projects. The role combines commercial negotiation, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply.
You will play a key part in maintaining supply chain performance, supporting new product launches, and driving continuous improvement across the supplier base.
Key ResponsibilitiesIdentify and onboard new suppliers, assessing capability, cost, and quality standardsNegotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements to deliver best valueConduct cost analysis and bench marking to support savings initiativesRaise and manage purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and issue resolutionBuild strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance and addressing concernsCollaborate with internal teams including engineering, production, and quality to align procurement activityProactively identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategiesSupport new product introductions, ensuring suppliers meet required timelinesEnsure compliance with relevant industry standards, ethical sourcing, and sustainability requirementsAbout YouPrevious experience in a procurement or purchasing role, ideally within manufacturing or engineeringCommercially aware with strong negotiation skillsAble to analyse cost data and make informed purchasing decisionsComfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levelsFamiliarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement processesA proactive and solutions-focused mindsetDesirableExperience working within highly regulated or quality-driven industriesKnowledge of structured quality frameworks or supplier approval processesWhat's on OfferSalary between £35,000 - £38,000Early finish every FridayClear progression and development opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative working environmentIf you're looking to take the next step in your procurement career within a stable and forward-thinking business, we'd be keen to hear from you.
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Procurement Specialist (3-6 Months) - Potential to Go Permanent Location: Honiton Pay Rate: £17.95 per hour Hours: Monday... Read more
Procurement Specialist (3-6 Months) - Potential to Go Permanent
Location: Honiton
Pay Rate: £17.95 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Butler Rose are currently recruiting for an experienced Procurement Specialist on behalf of a growing business based in Honiton. This is a full-time temporary position for an initial 3-6 months, with the strong potential to become permanent for the right individual.
This role will suit a hands-on purchasing professional who enjoys supplier interaction, stock control, and working closely with internal stakeholders across product development, manufacturing, distribution, and customer support.
The Role
Reporting into the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for managing purchasing activity across a diverse supplier base. You will play a key part in supplier management, stock control, and ensuring continuity of supply while maintaining quality, cost, and delivery standards.
Key Responsibilities
Supplier Management
Manage and develop relationships with a portfolio of suppliersEnsure products are delivered on time, to the required quality and at competitive costSupport supplier selection, onboarding and compliance processesAssist with negotiations and commercial discussionsWork closely with product development teams to support new product introductionProduce reports and analysis on spend, cost savings, KPIs and supplier performanceStock & Supply Management
Maintain and update inventory and purchasing recordsMonitor stock levels to ensure customer demand is metForecast stock requirements and monitor stock value, including aged or obsolete itemsAct as an escalation point for supply-related issuesCoordinate with manufacturing, warehouse and distribution teamsSource alternative suppliers where required to mitigate supply riskAbout You
Previous experience in a procurement roleComfortable managing supplier relationships and contributing to negotiationsExperience using MRP and/or ERP systemsStrong Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables and data analysisExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWell organised, analytical and able to work cross-functionallyWhat's on Offer
£17.95 per hourFull-time hours, Monday to Friday3-6 month temporary assignment with potential to become permanentOpportunity to join a stable, growing business with a collaborative cultureIf you're an experienced Purchaser available at short notice and looking for a role with longer-term potential, Butler Rose would be keen to hear from you.
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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