We are seeking a dedicated Buyer to join our procurement team based in Paisley, Glasgow. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, goods, and services needed across our manufacturing operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality standards, and timely delivery. Your duties will include supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, managing supplier relationships, analysing market trends, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Working closely with internal stakeholders such as finance, operations, and engineering, you will help optimise our supply chain and contribute to our ongoing commitment to sustainable manufacturing and excellence. The role offers a dynamic environment where proactive decision-making and strategic sourcing are valued, with a focus on delivering value and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
To be successful you will need:
- Experience in procurement or buying within a manufacturing environment, with a minimum of 3 years preferred.
- Proven track record of negotiation, supplier management, and contract drafting.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage internal and external relationships effectively.
- Qualifications such as a degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or equivalent experience; professional certifications like CIPS or CPSM are advantageous.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Enquiring mind with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and professional development.
About Scottish Leather Group
At Scottish Leather Group, we produce the world's lowest carbon leather due to our passion for leading sustainable manufacturing practices, continuous innovation, and outstanding services.
Our People
At Scottish Leather Group, we make it personal. We recognise that the uniqueness of everyone who works for us, contributes to our success and resilience. We believe in equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome individuals from all backgrounds to consider a rewarding career with us. By joining us you will be embarking on an exciting career, where we will help you achieve your professional goals and encourage you to reach your full potential.
Our Values
Scottish Leather Group desires to establish the highest industry standards for quality, innovation, value, service, and care for the environment whilst upholding our Company values: promises kept; creativity at heart and excellence as standard.
Our Portfolio
We are the largest leather manufacturer in the United Kingdom and employ over 700 employees globally! Our specialist leathers are produced for a wide range of industries, including automotive, aviation, bus & coach, rail, furniture, and custom projects. We partner with hundreds of prestigious brands in more than 60 countries. Our customers include the likes of Aston Martin, Jaguar Land Rover, Polestar, Lucid, Emirates Airlines, Boeing, and Philips.
Company Benefits
- Company sick pay
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement (increases with length of service)
- Health and wellbeing programme
- Employee Assistance Programme – including access to a private GP service and much more
- Life assurance
- Cycle to work scheme and Electric Vehicle schemes
- Employee coaching programme
- Additional training and development opportunities
- Free on-site parking
- Access to a range of store discounts