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Interim Buyer
Job Posted: 22 days ago
Salary: £ 180 - 225 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Newton Abbot
Expire in: 6 days
Job Description
We are currently supporting a well-established and growing manufacturing business in the South West with the appointment of an Interim Buyer to provide immediate support across end-to-end procurement activities.
This is a hands-on, short-term assignment where you will take ownership of core purchasing responsibilities, ensuring continuity of supply, cost control, and operational efficiency during a transitional period.
Reporting into senior leadership, you will be responsible for managing the full procurement lifecycle across a diverse range of materials and components.
Key responsibilities include:
-Managing day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure uninterrupted supply
-Raising and expediting purchase orders in line with production demand
-Liaising with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and delivery performance
-Supporting cost control and identifying short-term savings opportunities
-Maintaining accurate system data and supplier records
-Resolving supply chain issues quickly to minimise operational disruption
Candidate Requirements:
-Proven experience in a Buyer / Procurement role within manufacturing or engineering environments
-Strong operational procurement experience (hands-on, transactional and supplier-facing)
-Able to step in quickly and stabilise procurement activity with minimal onboarding
-Confident communicator with suppliers and internal stakeholders
-Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced settingBefore You Apply
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