Buyer

Position: Buyer Location: Abingdon Salary: £33,000 - £37,000 per annum Our client is seeking a Buyer to support operational purchasing within its Supply Chain team. This is a hands-on role where accurate ordering, proactive supplier follow-up and reliable SAP data help keep materials available and production moving. The Role: As a Buyer, you will work within the Supply Chain team, dealing with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective procurement. Reporting to the Operational Purchasing Manager, you will manage purchase orders, resolve delivery issues and support informed purchasing decisions through quotation analysis and cost comparisons. The emphasis is on operational procurement rather than direct sourcing. You will also issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs), contribute to supplier benchmarking and help identify practical cost-saving opportunities. The role is 39 hours per week, requires no travel and has no direct reports. Main Responsibilities: * Raise, manage and track purchase orders to support timely material availability, obtaining supplier acknowledgements and updating SAP accordingly. * Expedite deliveries, investigate supplier delays and coordinate action to minimise the risk of production disruption. * Maintain accurate purchasing records and SAP data, working with Supply Chain colleagues to support stock management and monitor supplier performance. * Help resolve invoice an...