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Buyer - Industry Leading Pharmaceutical Business

Portsmouth Permanent £38,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
The Buyer will be responsible for sourcing goods, managing supplier relationships, and driving value across key spend areas. Alongside day-to-day purchasing and order management, the role will lead negotiations, supplier performance monitoring, and end-to-end procurement activities.
  • Exciting opportunity to join an industry leading pharmaceutical business!
  • Buying/Supply Chain experience required.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer, providing innovative systems and components to customers across sectors including life sciences, healthcare and manufacturing. With a long-established reputation for excellence, the organisation is recognised for helping customers optimise critical processes through reliable and sustainable solutions.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

  • Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier onboarding.
  • Develop sourcing strategies, lead supplier negotiations, and deliver best value across cost, quality, and service.
  • Maintain strong supplier relationships, monitor performance, and mitigate supply chain risks through effective category management.
  • Collaborate with operational teams to ensure material availability, resolve supply issues, and support production requirements.
  • Drive inventory optimisation through demand planning, stock analysis, and accurate ERP data management.
  • Ensure compliance with quality, audit, health & safety, and procurement governance standards while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

The Successful Applicant

Key responsibilities include:

  • 2+ years' experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, ideally within a manufacturing or regulated environment but not essential.
  • Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, with Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience beneficial.
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to use Excel for reporting, data analysis, and decision-making.
  • Effective communicator and negotiator with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders and suppliers.
  • Highly organised, adaptable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • CIPS qualification (or working towards) preferred, with a collaborative approach and strong team-working skills.

What's on Offer

On offer to the candidate:

  • Salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000 (dependent on the level of experience) plus package.
  • Permanent position in an industry-leading business.
  • Hybrid working (3 days pw from Portsmouth office).
Contact
Victoria Collinson
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7078921
Phone number
+44 207 269 2176

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Where
Portsmouth
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Collinson
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2176
Job reference
JN-082026-7078921