Lead Buyer

1 month ago


Huddersfield, United Kingdom E3 Recruitment Full time

Working with a well-established, family-owned business with a strong reputation in the wood and timber industry. Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a Lead Buyer with expertise in timber and wood procurement to join our team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build and strengthen supplier relationships, while also contributing to the strategic growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Wood & Timber Procurement: Oversee the sourcing and purchasing of wood and timber products, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely supply.
  • Supplier Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while identifying new sourcing opportunities to enhance our buying position.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with suppliers to achieve the best possible deals for the company.
  • Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, timber prices, and emerging products to ensure the company remains competitive within the market.
  • Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, forecast demand, and manage inventory to align with business needs and sales forecasts.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with the sales, logistics, and warehousing teams to ensure smooth operations and timely delivery of products.
  • New Product Development: Identify and introduce new timber products to expand our product range and grow sales in new and existing markets.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience: Proven experience as a buyer within the wood and timber industry or a similar role in the building merchant sector.
  • Strong Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favourable terms with suppliers and manage supply chain costs effectively.
  • Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of timber products, grades, and sourcing practices.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform buying decisions.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational abilities, with a keen eye for detail in managing stock and contracts.

What We Offer:

  • Growth Opportunity: Be part of a growing family business with room for career development.
  • Supportive Work Environment: Join a close-knit, friendly team where your contribution will make a real impact on the company's success.
  • Competitive Salary: Based on your experience and expertise.
  • Incentives: Opportunities for performance-based incentives, along with employee discounts and other perks.

If you are a motivated buyer with a passion for the wood and timber sector, and you're ready to take on a leadership role in procurement, we'd love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join a reputable company and play a key role in its ongoing growth.

Working with a well-established, family-owned business with a strong reputation in the wood and timber industry. Due to our continued growth, we are seeking a Lead Buyer with expertise in timber and wood procurement to join our team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to build and strengthen supplier relationships, while also contributing to the strategic growth of the business.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Wood & Timber Procurement: Oversee the sourcing and purchasing of wood and timber products, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely supply.
  • Supplier Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers while identifying new sourcing opportunities to enhance our buying position.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply terms with suppliers to achieve the best possible deals for the company.
  • Market Research: Stay informed about market trends, timber prices, and emerging products to ensure the company remains competitive within the market.
  • Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, forecast demand, and manage inventory to align with business needs and sales forecasts.

What We're Looking For:

  • Experience: Proven experience as a buyer within the wood and timber industry or a similar role in the building merchant sector.
  • Strong Negotiation Skills: Ability to negotiate favourable terms with suppliers and manage supply chain costs effectively.
  • Industry Knowledge: A solid understanding of timber products, grades, and sourcing practices.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain risks to inform buying decisions.
  • Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills for building relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Organizational Skills: Excellent time management and organizational abilities, with a keen eye for detail in managing stock and contracts.

What We Offer:

  • Growth Opportunity: Be part of a growing family business with room for career development.
  • Supportive Work Environment: Join a close-knit, friendly team where your contribution will make a real impact on the company's success.
  • Competitive Salary: Based on your experience and expertise.
  • Incentives: Opportunities for performance-based incentives, along with employee discounts and other perks.

If you are a motivated buyer with a passion for the wood and timber sector, and you're ready to take on a leadership role in procurement, we'd love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join a reputable company and play a key role in its ongoing growth.


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