Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer

Luton Temporary £300 - £400 per day View Job Description
This is an exciting opportunity for an Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer to manage procurement activities within the industrial and manufacturing sector. The role is based in Luton and requires expertise in procurement and supply chain operations.
  • Immediate start available!
  • Chance to gain hands on experience in a fast paced environment!

About Our Client

The company is a well-established organisation within the industrial and manufacturing sector. They are a medium-sized business with a focus on delivering high-quality products and efficient supply chain solutions.

Job Description

  • Manage day‑to‑day purchasing for stocked items and customer‑specific orders.
  • Maintain accurate MRP data, update demand information, and release purchase orders in line with stock requirements.
  • Chase and expedite suppliers to ensure timely delivery, resolving any delays, shortages, or quality issues.
  • Monitor stock levels, shortages, overstocks, and replenishment triggers, taking proactive action to maintain product availability.
  • Work closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Goods‑In teams to support daily operational needs and improve inbound material flow.
  • Maintain high levels of data accuracy within the ERP/MRP system and produce simple purchasing or KPI updates as required.
  • Support continuous improvement of purchasing and inbound processes within a fast‑paced distribution environment.
  • Monitor supplier performance from an operational perspective and escalate recurring issues when necessary.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer should have:

  • Proven experience in hands‑on purchasing within a distribution, manufacturing, engineering, or similar environment.
  • Confident managing day‑to‑day buying tasks including raising POs, expediting suppliers, and resolving delivery issues quickly.
  • Strong understanding of operational stock control and working with MRP/ERP systems.
  • Good Excel skills and the ability to maintain accurate purchasing and stock data.
  • Able to work calmly and accurately in a fast‑paced, changing operational environment.
  • Clear communicator who can work closely with Sales, Warehouse, and Goods‑In teams.
  • Practical, organised, and proactive in maintaining strong stock availability.

What's on Offer

  • Daily rate of GBP £300.00 to GBP £400.00.
  • Temporary position offering valuable experience in a key role.
  • Opportunity to work within the industrial and manufacturing sector.
  • Based in Luton, with a professional and focused work environment.



If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as an Interim Senior Buyer / Lead Buyer in Luton, apply today to join a respected organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector.

Contact
Deanna Turner
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6938078
Phone number
+441132437725

Job summary

Job function
Procurement & Supply Chain
Subsector
Direct Procurement
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Luton
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Deanna Turner
Consultant phone
+441132437725
Job reference
JN-022026-6938078