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An established, regulated manufacturing organisation is seeking a buyer to monitor, control, and strengthen its supply chain, including subcontract manufacturers. This job plays a critical part in ensuring cost efficiency, supply chain resilience, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery within a fast-paced and security-conscious environment.

Your new role

• Monitor and control the supply chain to ensure cost-effectiveness of products, robustness and resilience of supply routes and adequate capacity to meet operational demands.
• Manage subcontract and supply chain agreements, including preparation and negotiation.
• Identify, develop, and establish cost-effective and resilient supply chains, including face-to-face supplier engagement.
• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and ongoing performance assessments.
• Verify and validate supplier quotations to ensure commercial accuracy and value.
• Take ownership of subcontractor and supplier delivery performance.
• Report on inventory availability, holding levels, and risks.
• Manage supply chain-related projects, delivering objectives within agreed timelines.
• Work in accordance with ISO standards and internal quality frameworks.

What you'll need to succeed

• Eligibility for Security Clearance
• Proven experience in supply chain, procurement, or senior buying within a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to prepare, manage, and negotiate supplier and subcontract agreements
• Results-driven with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills
• Advanced Excel (or equivalent) capability
• High attention to detail with a structured, logical problem-solving approach
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• A clear, confident communicator able to work cross-functionally

What you'll get in return

• 25 days annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Training & development opportunities
• In-house incentives
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Healthcare scheme
• Workplace pension

You will join a collaborative procurement function within a well-structured organisation, with opportunities to develop your commercial expertise, influence supplier strategy, and contribute to continuous improvement in procurement practices.

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