Job Title:
Project Buyer
Location:
On-Site, Rittal- CSM Ltd, Plymouth.
Salary:
Up to £45,000.00 plus bonus, dependant on qualifications and experience.
Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-time
Are you ready to take your career to the next level?
At Rittal-CSM, we believe in driving innovation and excellence. Our clients include some of the world’s leading technology companies’ major players in software, hardware, and cloud computing.
About Us
We specialise in enclosures, climate control systems, power distribution, and IT infrastructure for industrial and IT applications. Our success is built on a diverse and talented workforce.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded Project Buyer to join our Procurement team in Plymouth. This is an exciting new opportunity to take ownership of procurement projects from concept through to completion, working closely with colleagues across Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and our global purchasing network.
As a developing role within the business, you'll have the chance to shape processes, influence best practice, and play a key role in supporting future growth and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement projects from initiation through to successful delivery.
- Manage and coordinate activities across multiple business functions.
- Support supplier negotiations alongside Commodity Buyers.
- Source and qualify new suppliers and capabilities.
- Develop project plans and monitor progress against objectives and deadlines.
- Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation plans.
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
- Lead procurement activities relating to Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
- Work collaboratively with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and global purchasing teams.
Qualifications & Experience
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds. To succeed, you will bring:
- Demonstrable experience within a purchasing or buying role.
- Degree qualified desirable, but not essential.
- CIPS Level 4 qualification, or willingness to study towards it.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Commercial awareness and negotiation capability
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience using MRP systems, ideally SAP.
- Good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
What We Value
- Teamwork: Collaborating effectively across diverse teams.
- Training: Commitment to continuous learning and development.
- Communication: Clear and confident communication at all levels.
- Recognition: Respect for diverse perspectives and contributions.
What’s in it for you?
- Opportunity to make a real impact.
- Room for innovation and creativity
- Career growth and development
- Collaborative, supportive environment
- Recognition and rewards
Rewards Package
- A companywide bonus based on attendance, productivity and quality.
- 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) plus holiday purchasing scheme.
- Life insurance 3 x your salary
- Pension contributions matched to 5%
- Access to our Westfield Health provision
- Access to our Smart Spending platform
This is a full-time position, Monday–Friday, 39 hours per week.
Closing Date: Friday 14th August 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Rittal-CSM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Please Note: As part of our commitment to safeguarding and ensuring the safety of our employees, all prospective employees will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a sanction list check. These checks are essential to ensure that all candidates meet our stringent safety and compliance standards.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
Pay: Up to £45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free flu jabs
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
Application question(s):
- This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship, and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
- Demonstrable experience within a purchasing or buying role.
Work Location: In person
