Location: Boundary Park, Zone 1, Deeside (CH5 2LR)
Travel: Travel between North Wales manufacturing sites as required
Salary: Competitive
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm
Work Location: Office based with site travel
About Us
Since 1958, Ifor Williams Trailers has grown to become Britain’s leading trailer manufacturer. Operating across five advanced manufacturing sites in North Wales, we have produced over half a million trailers and continue to supply a diverse customer base spanning agriculture, plant, commercial and leisure sectors.
Our philosophy is to design and manufacture trailers of the highest quality, combining modern engineering technology with strength, durability, ease of maintenance and value for money.
We are now seeking an experienced Senior Buyer to join our thriving Procurement team.
About the Role
This is a senior-level procurement position responsible for both direct and indirect purchasing across the business.
As Senior Buyer, you will ensure on-time in-full (OTIF) supply, maintain the highest quality standards, and secure commercially competitive agreements aligned with business objectives.
This is a hands-on role requiring involvement in day-to-day operational purchasing activity, while also contributing to the strategic development and continuous improvement of the Procurement function.
You will work closely with Design, Engineering, Manufacturing and Planning teams to ensure robust sourcing strategies that support operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities of the Role
- Develop and manage clearly defined procurement processes and procedures
- Lead supplier negotiations to achieve cost savings and mitigate price increases
- Drive supplier evaluation, performance monitoring, and relationship management
- Ensure adherence to company Terms & Conditions
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned to business goals
- Manage inventory levels to ensure continuity of supply without impacting production
- Monitor and deliver against procurement KPIs
- Work cross-functionally to understand technical and operational purchasing requirements
- Ensure sourcing of high-quality products and services
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within Procurement
What We’re Looking For
- Proven operational procurement experience within a manufacturing environment
- Strong negotiation and supplier management capability
- Experience influencing both internal and external stakeholders
- Commercially focused with a strong understanding of cost management
- Experience developing and delivering high-level sourcing strategies
- High level of education, ideally CIPS qualified (or working towards)
- Strong communication skills across all levels of the organisation
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment
- Proactive, hands-on approach with strategic awareness
- Willingness to travel between North Wales sites as required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- 33 days annual leave per year
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Permanent employment within a growing, family-run manufacturing business
- Opportunity to shape and enhance procurement strategy
Apply Now
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today. Alternatively, for further information, please contact the Recruitment Team on 01490 412 626.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Reference ID: INDDS
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with capital expenditure?
Experience:
- Procurement: 3 years (preferred)
- Manufacturing: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: INDDS
