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
Competitive salary: £26K–£30K
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Flexi-time (37 hours per week)
Life insurance
Social Club membership (£5/month)
Staff shop discount scheme
Standard pension
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
Negotiate with suppliers on price, lead times, and terms
Deliver cost savings and drive value for the business
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Work with Sage 50, Sage 200, and Sage Construction (or similar ERP systems)
Monitor and forecast stock levels to ensure supply continuity
Conduct supplier evaluations and performance monitoring
Co-ordinate effectively with internal and external customers
Expand the supplier base to strengthen the supply chain
Collate and manage supplier documentation and certificates
Requirements
Impeccable communication skills — written and verbal
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Strong time management and prioritisation skills
Experience using Sage 50/200/Construct or similar systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Strong negotiation and relationship-building abilities
Nice to Have
CIPS Level 3 qualification (or working towards it)
Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
Familiarity with raw materials procurement
Experience collating and managing certification documents
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.
Based in Halifax, West Yorkshire
Clean, well-maintained site with a friendly, safety-conscious culture
Backed by a solid order book and long-term projects
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.