Buyer Annual Salary: £35k - £40k Location: Thetford Job Type: Full-time Join an established business in the health & beauty sector, as a Buyer within their Procurement Team. This role offers the opportunity to provide buying expertise, manage categories effectively, and support sourcing within the company. You will play a crucial role in building relationships with suppliers to optimise price, availability, and quality of products. Day-to-day of the role: Support the Buying Team in developing and executing effective procurement strategies. Build and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and conditions. Negotiate, place, and expedite orders with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials for production. Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to maintain the availability and timeliness of materials. Participate actively in cross-functional teams to drive continuous process and procedural improvements. Monitor order prices against standards with the objective of reducing costs. Generate reports to provide visibility on category performance and support decision-making processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven buying experience within a manufacturing environment, ideally with a background in Components, Chemicals, or the health & beauty industry. Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to negotiate prices and terms effectively. Proficiency in IT, particularly Excel. GCSE level (or equivalent) in Maths and English. Excellent organisational and time management skills. Strong communication skills, capable of engaging with all levels of the business. High attention to detail and accuracy. Self-motivated and driven, with the ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines. A proactive team player with a positive attitude, honesty, and hardworking nature. Ability to work independently and make logical decisions within the role’s scope. Capability to follow procedures and instructions while also challenging and improving existing processes. Benefits: Competitive salary Opportunities for personal and professional development in a dynamic industry. A supportive and collaborative work environment. 30 days holiday including bank holidays Company pension scheme Access to industry events and product launches. To apply for this Buyer position, please submit your CV to or APPLY online.