Buyer
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Ballynahinch, BT1 5GB |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Dec 2026 |
Summary
Your new company
Hays are delighted to be partnering with an established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their supply chain team. Based in Ballynahinch, this is a permanent opportunity within a successful business supporting customers across a range of global industries.
Your new role
As Buyer, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day purchasing of materials and services, ensuring the business has the right stock available to meet operational requirements. You will work closely with suppliers to negotiate pricing and terms, manage purchase orders and delivery schedules, and proactively address any supply, quality or pricing issues.
You will also monitor stock requirements, support inventory control and maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information. Working closely with the wider supply chain, operations and finance teams, you will help ensure materials are sourced competitively and delivered in line with business needs.
What you'll need to succeed
- At least 5 years' experience within a buying or purchasing role
- Strong knowledge of the end-to-end purchasing process
- Experience managing suppliers and building effective supplier relationships
- Confident negotiation skills with the ability to secure competitive pricing and commercial terms
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems alongside Microsoft Excel
- Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities within a busy environment
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a small team
- CIPS/MCIPS qualifications, or working towards these, would be advantageous
- Previous experience within electronics manufacturing or another regulated manufacturing environment would also be beneficial
What you'll get in return
- Salary competitive and depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position
- 4-day working week, Monday to Thursday
- Choice of 7:00am-5:00pm or 7:30am-5:30pm working pattern
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Life assurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Free onsite parking
- Monthly healthy breakfast
What you need to do now
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