Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer

Location: Carlisle

Salary: £36,000 – £39,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time

Adecco Workington are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a fantastic client in Carlisle for a Senior Buyer to join their procurement team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced manufacturing and supply chain environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring materials, goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively and in line with business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities for a range of materials, components and services.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Track market trends and supplier developments.
• Work closely with internal departments to understand purchasing requirements.
• Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Resolve supply chain issues and minimise disruptions.
• Produce reports and purchasing data to support business decisions.
• Ensure stock levels and procurement activities align with operational demands.

About You

• Previous experience in a Buyer or Senior Buyer position.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Commercially aware with excellent analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and purchasing systems.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.

What’s on Offer?

• Salary of £36,000 – £39,000 DOE.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Career development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join a successful and growing business.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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