<p><strong>Buyer</strong><br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Bristol<br /> <strong>Salary:</strong> £30,000 - £33,000 (DOE)<br /> <strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent<br /> <strong>Working Hours:</strong> 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (core hours 9:00am - 4:00pm)<br /> <strong>Flexible/Hybrid Working:</strong> Available following successful completion of probation</p><p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p><br /> Robert Half LTD are working with an established and growing manufacturing business who are seeking a Buyer to join its Manufacturing and Quality team. This is a varied role within a collaborative, small-team environment, offering the opportunity to take ownership of purchasing activities while contributing to continuous improvement across the supply chain.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Raise purchase orders and manage sales returns</li><li>Monitor and chase supplier deliveries, updating systems with any changes</li><li>Produce quarterly supplier performance reports covering delivery and quality metrics</li><li>Issue RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and recommend best-value options considering cost, lead time, and supplier performance</li><li>Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery</li><li>Identify and onboard new suppliers to reduce single-source risk</li><li>Conduct supplier visits, performance reviews, and support continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Carry out supplier audits in line with ISO9001 standards</li><li>Manage supplier non-conformance, ensuring corrective actions are implemented</li><li>Analyse data to support forecasting and identify trends</li><li>Coordinate shipping requests for outbound goods where required</li><li>Maintain and control Bills of Materials (BoMs) and associated documentation</li><li>Track and report on annual cost savings</li><li>Support general purchasing administration</li><li>Undertake additional duties as required</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities align with professional ethical standards</li></ul><p><strong>About You</strong></p><ul><li>2-3 years' experience in a purchasing role within a manufacturing environment</li><li>Experience using MRP systems and demand planning tools</li><li>Proven experience conducting supplier audits and visits</li><li>Good understanding of ISO9001 standards</li><li>Strong organisational and communication skills</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word</li></ul><p><strong>Desirable Skills</strong></p><ul><li>Experience using Microsoft Dynamics</li></ul><p><strong>What's on Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive salary of £30,000 - £33,000 depending on experience</li><li>37.5-hour working week with core hours of 9:00am - 4:00pm</li><li>Flexible and hybrid working options after probation</li><li>Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team</li><li>Exposure to end-to-end procurement activities</li><li>A stable, growing organisation with a focus on quality and continuous improvement</li></ul><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UmFjaGVsLlNoYXcuMTgzODQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>COMMERCIAL MANAGER - UP TO £68k - BRISTOL- HYBRID</strong></p><p>Robert Half are delighted to be working with a world-leading organisation in their search for a permanent, full-time Commercial Contracts Manager offering hybrid working and up to £48k + bonus!</p><p><strong>Things to know:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Job Title:</strong> Commercial Contracts Manager</li><li><strong>Salary</strong>: £62k - £68k, depending on experience + company bonus</li><li><strong>Location</strong>: Bristol</li><li><strong>Working pattern: </strong>hybrid (2-3 days onsite, rest working from home)</li><li><strong>Benefits</strong>: Competitive pension contribution (up to 14% combined), enhanced parental leave, free parking, subsidised meals, fantastic on-site facilities and more!</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the full route-to-contract process, driving commercial strategy during competitive bids.</li><li>Draft, review and negotiate contracts, proposals, pricing models and terms & conditions.</li><li>Oversee commercial performance throughout contract delivery and close-out.</li><li>Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.</li><li>Act as the primary commercial contact for customers and key internal stakeholders.</li><li>Provide regular reporting and commercial insight to senior leadership.</li><li>Support dispute resolution and ensure contractual compliance.</li><li>Line management responsibility for junior commercial professionals.</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>Proven Commercial Management experience within a defence or highly regulated environment.</li><li>Strong background in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.</li><li>Knowledge of UK public sector or defence contracting frameworks (desirable).</li><li>Strong commercial judgement with excellent analytical skills.</li><li>Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.</li><li>Previous leadership or line management experience.</li><li>Able to manage multiple contracts in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuODQxODYuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
