Buyer
Location: Lisburn
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Contract: Temporary
Are you an experienced Buyer with a background in manufacturing or engineering environments? VANRATH are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation in Lisburn to recruit a Buyer on an initial interim basis to support their procurement function during a busy project phase.
Key Responsibilities:
- Raise purchase orders in line with project and production needs
- Source materials and components based on BOMs and technical specifications
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiating on price, quality, and lead time
- Monitor stock levels and update internal systems accordingly
- Liaise with internal teams including production, engineering, and planning
- Ensure timely delivery of goods and resolve any supplier issues
- Support cost-saving initiatives and improve procurement efficiency
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in a Buyer or procurement role (manufacturing/engineering environment preferred)
- Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
- Confident working from BOMs and interpreting technical requirements
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Available to start at short notice
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000
- A supportive, team-based environment
- The opportunity to work on high-value, fast-moving projects
- A potential pathway into a longer-term opportunity
To apply or find out more, contact Ethan Boylan at VANRATH.