Operational Buyer

Operational Buyer - Drive Value. Secure Supply. Power Production.

Global Manufacturing,

Staffordshire, Onsite

Excellent basic salary, healthcare, enhanced pension, 4 x Death in service, cycle to work scheme, Ultra Low emission vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

The Opportunity

This is more than a buying role-it's a chance to take real ownership within a fast-paced, global manufacturing environment.

As an Operational Buyer, you'll manage a portfolio of parts and services that are critical to keeping production moving. You'll be right at the heart of the action-working across engineering, operations, and new product introduction to ensure the right components are in the right place, at the right time, for the right cost.

If you enjoy negotiating, solving problems, and making things happen-this is where you'll thrive.

If you are looking for genuine career progression within a world class procurement function, then this role will be for you.

Unfortunately, no visa sponsorship for overseas applicants.

What You'll Be Doing

No two days are the same-but you'll be trusted to deliver across:

• Owning sourcing activity, supplier relationships, and contract management to drive cost and ensure continuity of supply
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and robust commercial terms
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, and NPI teams to meet quality, delivery, and cost targets
• Supporting new product launches through early supplier engagement and proactive planning
• Identifying and managing supply chain risks, ensuring continuity and resilience
• Stepping into a Lead Buyer capacity when required-developing category strategies, leading negotiations, and aligning supplier communications

What You Bring

You're commercially sharp, delivery-focused, and confident working in a dynamic environment:

• Experience in purchasing within engineering or manufacturing
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills-you know how to land the right deal
• Solid understanding of supplier management, contracts, and cost structures
• Able to juggle priorities and stay composed under pressure
• A collaborative mindset with the confidence to challenge and improve
• Degree qualified, with CIPS (or working towards it) preferred
• Flexible approach, with a willingness to travel when needed

Why This Role?

Because you'll have real impact.

You won't be sitting on the sidelines-you'll be influencing supplier performance, shaping sourcing strategies, and directly supporting production and product launches. It's a role where your decisions matter and your results are visible.

What You'll Get in Return

A competitive salary is just the start. You'll also benefit from:

• 33 days' holiday
• Company pension scheme
• Onsite gym, doctor, and dentist
• ULEV car scheme
• Retail discounts via their rewards hub
• Cycle to Work scheme

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

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