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A leading chemical manufacturer is seeking a Buyer to join their dedicated procurement team. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by ensuring the smooth sourcing and supply of materials, products, and services essential for business operations across UK and Europe. You will be part of a supportive environment that values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional growth.

What You'll Do:

As a Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and services required for daily operations. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and ensure timely procurement of goods and services that meet quality standards.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, negotiating terms that are beneficial for both parties.
  • Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved quality, or enhanced service levels.
  • Prepare purchase orders, track deliveries, and resolve any issues related to supply chain disruptions or delays.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier communications.
  • Participate in regular team meetings to share insights, discuss challenges, and contribute ideas for process improvements.

What You Bring:

The ideal candidate for the Buyer position brings a wealth of experience from previous roles within procurement or purchasing environments. Your skill set includes:

  • Proven experience in procurement or purchasing roles with a chemical manufacturing environment.
  • Your excellent interpersonal skills enable you to build strong relationships with suppliers as well as internal stakeholders.
  • Your attention to detail ensures accuracy in preparing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and maintaining records.
  • Your ability to analyse market trends helps identify opportunities for cost savings or improved service levels.
  • Your familiarity with financial processes supports accurate invoice handling and adherence to budgets.
  • Your collaborative approach makes you an asset during team meetings where sharing insights leads to process improvements.

The Company:

This organisation stands out due to its commitment towards fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued. Generous pension contributions provide peace of mind about your future security while comprehensive training programmes ensure continual development of your skills within the procurement sector. Employees benefit from being part of a knowledgeable network where sharing expertise is welcomed; this creates opportunities not only for individual advancement but also strengthens communal ties throughout the business. By joining this manufacturer, you become part of a workplace renowned for its dedication towards nurturing talent through genuine support and kindness.

How to Apply:

Apply now or for more information, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Jess Vernal on jess.vernal@robertwalters.com or 07823647177.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Manufacturing & Engineering

Focus: Manufacturing & Production

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum + Competitive Package

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Greater Manchester

Job Reference: FL6TNR-644E491F

Date posted: 8 September 2026

Consultant: Jess Vernal