Materials Buyer required for an industry leading engineering and manufacturing business, established over 50 years ago, renowned for quality deliverables for a vast range of industries including Healthcare, Education, Commercial and Industrial, Residential, Sports and Leisure, Defence and Nuclear.

The successful Materials Buyer will be easily able to commute to Wakefield from surrounding towns & cities, including Dewsbury, Halifax, Huddersfield, Castleford and Pontefract.

Key Responsibilities of the Material Buyer will include:

• Identify and source suppliers for required materials, components and equipment


• Report internally on current industry trends, pricing and new suppliers from market research


• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, availability and reliability


• Conduct supplier audits and performance improvement initiatives


• Maintain an accurate and accessible database of suppliers to provide monthly report activities and current contracts


• Participate in monthly spot checks


• Collaborate with internal departments to understand material requirements and timely deliveries

For the Materials Buyer, we are keen to receive applications from individuals who possess:

• Experience as a Materials Buyer or similar within a manufacturing environments


• CIPS qualifications preferred but not essential


• Experience with MRP/ SAP

Salary & Benefits;

• £33,000 - £35,000 per annum


• 23 Days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 25 days with service


• Life assurance scheme after 12-months service


• 4% Employer pension contribution after 3-months

To apply for the Materials Buyer role, please click “Apply Now” and attach an updated copy of your CV.

Alternatively, please contact Alex Feather at E3 Recruitment for more information.