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  • Buyer

    Wales
    Permanent
    £30,800 - £40,000 per year

    The Buyer role in the retail industry requires a professional to manage purchasing activities, ensuring products meet quality and cost requirements. The ideal candidate will contribute to the growth and success of the department through effective supplier management and procurement strategies.

    • Flexible Working Hours
    • Hybrid Working 3 day in the office, 2 days working from home
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  • Buyer

    Halifax
    Permanent

    We are seeking a Buyer to join the procurement and supply chain team in Halifax. The role involves managing purchasing activities to ensure efficient sourcing and supply of materials within the industrial and manufacturing industry

    • Exciting opportunity to join a growing manufacturer!
    • Great opportunity for a Supply Chain Specialist to progress in a great business
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  • Buyer- Homeware

    Chesterfield
    Permanent
    £26,000 - £32,000 per year

    sourcing and managing products within the homeware category. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving retail environment while developing your career in product development buying.

    • Close to transport links: Free Parking
    • Progression Opportunities
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  • Project Buyer

    Huddersfield
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £45,000 per year

    The role of Project Buyer offers the chance to take ownership of procurement activities that drive high-impact projects within the industrial and manufacturing sector. You'll play a key role in ensuring a smooth, cost-effective supply chain by working closely with stakeholders and suppliers. Based in Huddersfield, this position provides an excellent opportunity to influence project success and contribute to a growing business.

    • Engineering business demonstrating consistent growth
    • Great opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to progress in a great business
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  • Senior Buyer

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    Are you an experienced Senior Buyer looking for your next step in a forward‑thinking manufacturing environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established industrial business that is continuing to invest, expand, and strengthen its procurement function.

    • Great opportunity for a Buyer to progress in a great business!
    • Previous Purchasing experience in a Manufacturing business required
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  • Interim Buyer

    Deeside
    Temporary
    £17 - £26 per hour

    The Interim Buyer will support procurement activities within the industrial/manufacturing sector, ensuring efficient supply chain management and cost optimisation. The role requires expertise in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier relationship management.

    • Interim opportunity with potential for something long term.
    • Immediate start available with competitive hourly or daily rates.
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  • Senior Buyer - Manufacturing business - Bristol

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year

    An opportunity is available for a Procurement Specialist to manage end-to-end purchasing activities within a complex engineering and manufacturing environment. Focusing on supplier relationship management, cost reduction, delivery performance, inventory optimisation, and continuous improvement while supporting production, sales, and service priorities through effective planning.

    • Senior Buyer Based in Bristol
    • Great opporunity to progress your career.
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  • Buyer - Indirects

    Newport
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £51,000 per year

    This role supports the delivery of the organisation's Procurement Strategy and Annual Procurement Plan, managing both planned and ad-hoc sourcing activity. You'll act as a key procurement contact for stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring value, compliance and strong supplier performance.

    • Play a key role in supporting critical energy infrastructure
    • Competitive salary, hybrid working and an industry-leading benefits package.
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  • Senior Buyer

    Ellesmere Port
    Permanent

    We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join a well-established global specialty chemicals manufacturer. The company operates across multiple regions with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability and compliance, and is recognised for its commitment to delivering excellence in its field.

    • Excellent opportunity for an established Senior Buyer
    • Strong benefits package
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  • Indirect Buyer

    Birmingham
    Permanent

    We are seeking a Buyer to join a professional services team within the procurement and supply chain department in Birmingham. The role involves managing procurement processes, supplier relationships, and optimising supply chain operations.

    • Work for a national firm.
    • Strong training and development programmes with multiple avenues to take.
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  • Buyer Assistant

    London
    Temporary
    £18,000 - £20,000 per year

    We are seeking a Buyer Assistant to join the sourcing team, supporting with the administrative tasks and ensuring smooth operations. This role is a part-time FTC and offers hybrid working flexibility.

    • Part-time Buyer Assistant role in the City of London.
    • Brilliant hybrid part-time opportunity at a global media company.
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  • Buyer - Confectionery

    London
    Permanent

    This exciting Buyer - Confectionery role within the retail industry involves managing product selection, supplier relationships, and category performance. The position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong ability to drive sales and optimise profitability.

    • Work with a dedicated team, driving the snacking category for a highly brand
    • Hybrid Working Model from home and in the office
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  • Junior Buyer

    Pontefract
    Permanent

    This Junior Buyer will play a crucial role in supporting the procurement and supply chain department by ensuring the timely purchase of materials to meet production demands. This position requires attention to detail and a proactive approach to supplier management within the industrial and manufacturing industry.

    • Excellent opportunity for a Purchasing Professional to grow in a great business!
    • Experience in a similar role is required.
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  • Junior Buyer - Seasonal

    Barnsley
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £40,000 per year

    We are seeking a Junior Buyer - Seasonal to join a vibrant retail team. This role is ideal for someone with a passion for purchasing and an eye for detail, ready to contribute to a dynamic environment in Barnsley.

    • Progression Opportunities
    • Free Parking : Close to transport links
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  • Category Manager -Senior Buyer - Procurement - Engineering & Construction

    Portsmouth
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £66,000 per year

    The Category Manager - Senior Buyer - Engineering and Construction will oversee procurement and supply chain activities whilst ensuring cost-effective and efficient processes. This role requires a professional with expertise in category management and supplier relationships within construction and engineering.

    • Category Manager - Procurement - Construction and Engineering - Senior Buyer
    • Portsmouth - Hybrid
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  • Category Manager - IT - Senior Buyer

    Portsmouth
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £66,000 per year

    Category Manager IT- Senior Buyer - IT- Tech- Digital

    • Procurement Manager - Tech - Senior Buyer - IT Category
    • Portsmouth - Hybrid - Utilities
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  • Assistant Buyer - Health and Beauty

    Barnsley
    Permanent
    • Cost Price Negotiations: Conduct intense and strategic cost price negotiations with suppliers to secure the best possible deals while maintaining product quality.
    • Product Sourcing: Identify and source high-value clearance products from UK and European traders, wholesalers, and other suppliers to meet business requirements
    • Free Parking ; Close to transport links
    • Progression Opportunities
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  • Strategic Sourcing Manager - Senior Buyer - Utilities

    London
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £75,000 per year

    The Strategic Sourcing Manager will oversee procurement activities, ensuring cost-effective sourcing strategies and supplier management. This role is based in London with some travel.

    • Procurement Sourcing Manager - Strategic Sourcing Lead
    • London - Utilities
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  • Senior Account Manager EU (Personal Care)

    London
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £72,000 per year

    The Senior Account Manager EU will be responsible for managing key accounts and driving sales growth across Benelux and Scandinavia. The successful candidate will have extensive experience selling directly to EU retailers and managing international buyers.

    • Direct line management of an NAE.
    • Manage the full P&L across Benelux & Scandinavia with one direct report
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  • Buying Roles - Leading Luxury Retail Group (m/w/d)

    International
    Permanent
    Remote

    The Buyer will be responsible to plan, project and identify the requirements of the products, purchasing the required quantities which meets customer needs thereby maximizing profits and providing a commercially viable range of products

    • Do you have multi-industry experience in a Buying role?
    • Exciting roles in Buying with a leading Luxury Retail Group
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Your Guide to Buyer Jobs in the UK: Everything You Need to Know

Are you a buyer looking for your next challenge? Michael Page can help. We work with top employers across the UK to connect talented candidates with the perfect buyer jobs for them.

Whether you’re just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we can help you find the right buyer jobs to match your skills and interests.

The role of a buyer

The buyer job description involves researching, evaluating, and purchasing merchandise to resell to customers. A wide variety of companies across various industries employ professionals in buying jobs, from fashion brands and supermarkets to tech retailers and B2B construction companies. This merchandise can be re-sold to customers at retail or wholesale companies. 

This means buyer jobs can also vary significantly, depending on the area the professional chooses to work in. No matter the industry, however, the role of buyer is a vital one: any business’ profitability can be affected by the success of their buying team.

Professionals in buyer jobs are tasked with selecting new products. They must research trends and the market to deduce which items will be a hit with customers. This involves analysing reports, finding the right suppliers, reacting to consumer demand, gathering customer feedback, and predicting future sales. 

Buyers must also negotiate prices with merchandisers to ensure the buying decision is cost effective, and build and maintain these business relationships. Buyers are also expected to attend trade events

Other aspects of buying jobs involve logistics and finance such as stock control, budgeting and ensuring products are delivered on time. 

Professionals who are new to buying may start out in assistant buyer jobs, reporting into a senior buyer.

Our Services

At Michael Page, we offer a range of services to help you find the perfect buyer jobs for you, including:

  • Access to our vast network of job opportunities with leading employers
  • Personalised career advice from our experienced consultants
  • Assistance with CV and interview preparation
  • Help with salary negotiations and job offers

Our Jobs

We have a variety of buyer jobs available across the UK, from junior to senior level positions. Whether you’re interested in working in fashion, technology, or ecommerce, we can help you find the perfect job to match your skills and interests.

Search our current vacancies and find the perfect buyer job for you today.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to become a buyer?

There are a number of pathways to becoming a buyer. It helps to have a degree or professional qualification in a relevant retail or business subject, such as marketing, fashion, textiles, or media - however this is not essential. It is possible to start in an entry level retail position and work your way up to the post of buyer.

What skills does a buyer need to have?

Successful buyers have a wide range of skills. To begin with, they must thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced workplaces. They also need the flexibility to adapt to any situation that may arise. A passion for retail is essential, as is the ability to negotiate and network, and the vision and commercial awareness to spot the next big thing. Teamworking, organisation, and multitasking will also help anyone in a buyer role. Finally, they must be creative, but also be comfortable working with numbers and technology.

What does a buyer do?

A buyer works within a retail business to research, evaluate and purchase merchandise. They must be capable of negotiating competitive prices for merchandise, and have the foresight to predict customer trends. Buyers also make decisions regarding existing stock. Whether a retail business is successful or not can depend heavily on the buying talent it has in house. 

Can you get a buyer job with no experience?

It certainly helps to have retail experience before applying for buying jobs. Even having a part-time weekend job will demonstrate your interest in the industry to future employers - and it will give you an invaluable feel for the retail environment.

How to get a job as a buyer

If you’re a buyer looking for your next opportunity, Michael Page can help. Our team of experts can connect you with the best employers in the UK, and help you find the perfect buying job to match your ambitions. Submit your CV today to take the next step in your development career.

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