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Group Buyer

Excel Recruitment are seeking an experienced Group Buyer on behalf of our client, a leading industrial business based in Craigavon.

Salary £40,000 – £50,000 Dependent on Experience

Full-time office-based Mon-Fri

Operating from a state-of-the-art facility, our client works with some of the biggest businesses in the country and has built an excellent reputation for quality, innovation and service.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation in a strategic role, working as part of the Senior Management Team. You will take ownership of group procurement, supplier relationships and cost management, playing a key role in driving efficiencies, securing competitive pricing and supporting continued business growth.

If you are a commercially minded procurement professional with strong negotiation skills and a passion for delivering results, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective group purchasing and procurement strategies.
• Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favourable terms.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiencies across procurement operations.
• Monitor market trends, forecast pricing and assess supplier performance.
• Manage bulk purchasing, purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Monitor stock levels and forecast demand in line with business requirements.
• Track and report procurement KPIs, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all purchased materials meet required quality standards.
• Identify and manage supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 year’s relevant procurement or buying experience, ideally within FMCG, manufacturing or a similar industry.
• Proven experience in supplier management, strategic sourcing and commercial negotiations.
• Strong understanding of procurement and supply chain processes.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess costs, market trends and pricing.
• Demonstrable experience managing purchasing strategies and delivering cost savings.
• Confident communicator with strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Highly organised, commercially aware and results driven.
• Ability to work strategically while managing day-to-day purchasing requirements.
• A relevant degree in Business, Procurement or Supply Chain Management would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Salary: £40,000-£50,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position.
• Opportunity to join a state-of-the-art, industry-leading organisation.
• Newly created position offering genuine scope to influence procurement strategy.
• Opportunity to work as part of the Senior Management Team.
• Be part of a successful business supplying some of the country’s largest organisations.

If you are an experienced Buyer looking for a new challenge where you can make a real commercial impact, Excel Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact David at Excel Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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