Buyer
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About the Role
Buyer
Shelf, Halifax, West Yorkshire
£26,000 – £30,000 per annum
37 hours per week | Flexi time
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Are you ambitious, eager to learn, and ready to take the next step in your career?
A well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Halifax is seeking a motivated Buyer to join its friendly and supportive Supply Chain team.
If you’re someone who loves to build relationships, negotiate great deals, and take ownership of your work — this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Why You’ll Love This Role
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Competitive salary: £26K–£30K
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33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
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Flexi-time (37 hours per week)
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Life insurance
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Social Club membership (£5/month)
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Staff shop discount scheme
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Standard pension
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Genuine investment in your personal development and career progression
You’ll be joining a small, close-knit team that values collaboration, humour, and getting the job done. The Supply Chain Manager started in an entry-level role and worked her way up — a great example of how this business truly supports internal progression.
Key Responsibilities
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Negotiate with suppliers on price, lead times, and terms
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Deliver cost savings and drive value for the business
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Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
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Work with Sage 50, Sage 200, and Sage Construction (or similar ERP systems)
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Monitor and forecast stock levels to ensure supply continuity
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Conduct supplier evaluations and performance monitoring
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Co-ordinate effectively with internal and external customers
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Expand the supplier base to strengthen the supply chain
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Collate and manage supplier documentation and certificates
Requirements
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Impeccable communication skills — written and verbal
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Able to work independently and as part of a team
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Strong time management and prioritisation skills
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Experience using Sage 50/200/Construct or similar systems
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
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Fluent in English (spoken and written)
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Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
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Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities
Nice to Have
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CIPS Level 3 qualification (or working towards it)
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Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
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Familiarity with raw materials procurement
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Experience collating and managing certification documents
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Forward-thinking and problem-solving mindset
About the Company
This is a respected UK manufacturer with decades of experience supplying high-quality engineered products to critical industries such as nuclear, environmental, and industrial processing.
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Based in Halifax, West Yorkshire
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Clean, well-maintained site with a friendly, safety-conscious culture
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Backed by a solid order book and long-term projects
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Undergoing an exciting period of growth and investment
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable yet forward-thinking business that believes in developing its people. You’ll gain hands-on experience, training, and genuine progression opportunities as part of a company that values initiative, ambition, and personal growth.
Interested?
If you’re ready to learn, grow, and make a real impact — we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to start your journey with a company that truly invests in its people.