Buyer

Your new company Hays are partnering with a highly innovative and well-established manufacturing organisation to recruit a Buyer to join their growing Supply Chain team in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity to…

Job type Temporary
Posted 1 September 2026

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About this job

Your new company
Hays are partnering with a highly innovative and well-established manufacturing organisation to recruit a Buyer to join their growing Supply Chain team in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global business that develops cutting-edge technology solutions and supplies customers worldwide.

Your new role
As Buyer, you will be responsible for the timely procurement of goods and services to support production requirements. You will manage supplier relationships, place and expedite purchase orders, negotiate pricing and commercial terms, monitor supplier performance, and resolve material shortages. Working closely with production, materials control and wider business functions, you will ensure supply chain continuity whilst supporting continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining accurate ERP system data.

What you'll need to succeed

A minimum of 3 years' experience in a purchasing or procurement role
Experience sourcing and procuring a broad range of products and services
Strong supplier management and relationship-building skills
Experience negotiating prices and commercial terms
Previous experience using ERP or MRP systems
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Excellent planning, organisational and problem-solving abilities
Ability to analyse spend data and supplier performance metrics
A proactive, team-focused approach with a positive attitude
What you'll get in return

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to work for a global market-leading organisation
Career development and progression opportunities
Exposure to innovative products and technologies
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Ongoing training and professional development
Involvement in continuous improvement and business transformation projects
Secure, long-term career opportunity within a growing business
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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