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We are currently seeking to recruit a Buyer to join our dedicated team for maternity cover.
Job Summary
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team within a dynamic engineering and manufacturing environment. This role involves sourcing and purchasing goods and services essential to our operations while ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality and timely delivery.
Please note: This is a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave for our current Buyer with a start date of mid-January 2027
Responsibilities
- Source, negotiate and manage supplier relationships to secure the best possible pricing, quality and delivery terms.
- Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and ensure timely procurement of materials.
- Monitor inventory levels and help maintain appropriate stock to support production schedules.
Assist with the procurement of packing and shipping materials as needed. - Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies and quality standards.
- Provide cross-functional support to colleagues and contribute to broader team objectives when required.
Skills
- Proven ability to manage a cost-effective, reliable, and quality-focused procurement function.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills, with experience in supplier management.
- Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team environment.
Proficient in spreadsheet use and data analysis to support decision-making. - Experience in negotiating contracts or pricing agreements with vendors.
- Prior experience in engineering or manufacturing sectors is advantageous but not essential.
- Flexible, adaptable, and willing to support wider team needs where necessary.
Experience:
- Buyer: 2 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing/Engineering: 1 year (preferred)
WMH offers:
- A competitive remuneration package
- 12 month fixed term contract
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Contributions to a pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- On Site Parking
Please note this is a full-time office based role, in Callington, Cornwall
Closing date: 18 November 2026
Please note that while the closing date for applications is 18 November 2026, we reserve the right to close the recruitment process early if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy.
Applications:
Email to beth.thorne@wmh-uk-ltd.com or post to:
Western Mechanical Handling UK Ltd
Moss Side Industrial Estate
Callington
Cornwall
PL17 7SD