Buyer - Decorative Panels Components Ltd & Decorative Panels Furniture Ltd

Buyer \- Decorative Panels Components Ltd \& Decorative Panels Furniture Ltd

Decorative Panels Components Ltd and Decorative Panels Furniture Ltd are seeking an experienced Buyer to support procurement activities across both businesses.

Location: Lowfields Industrial Estate, Elland, West Yorkshire

Salary: Very attractive salary package commensurate with industry experience

Shifts: Full Time, permanent

Role Overview

Decorative Panels Components Ltd and Decorative Panels Furniture Ltd are seeking an experienced Buyer to support procurement activities across both businesses. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, managing stock levels, and ensuring continuity of supply to support operational and customer requirements.

We are particularly interested in candidates with experience within the KBB (Kitchen, Bedroom \& Bathroom) sector, although applicants from related manufacturing, furniture, interiors, or construction supply industries will also be considered.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised Buyer to join a growing manufacturing group and contribute to operational efficiency, supplier performance, and cost management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials, components, and services in line with company requirements.


• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost\-effectiveness, and reliability of supply.


• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and supply agreements.


• Monitor stock levels and demand forecasts to support production and customer fulfilment.


• Work closely with production, planning, sales, and warehouse teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations.


• Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.


• Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality, and service levels.


• Resolve supply issues and manage supplier\-related risks proactively.


• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures.


• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier records.


• Support sustainability and compliance initiatives where required.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Commercial acumen with a focus on profitability, margin management, and negotiation.


• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make strategic decisions.


• Familiarity with supply chain operations and production processes.


• Knowledge of UK/EU timber regulations and sustainable sourcing practices (desirable).

• Previous experience in a purchasing or buying role within manufacturing, furniture, interiors, or related sectors.


• Knowledge of board materials, hardware, fittings, laminates, or furniture components.


• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.


• Commercial awareness and ability to manage costs effectively.


• Understanding of manufacturing and production planning environments.


• Excellent organisational and communication skills.


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.


• Good IT skills including ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.

• Very attractive salary package commensurate with industry experience.


• Opportunity to work across two well\-established manufacturing businesses.


• Company pension scheme.


• A dynamic and supportive work environment within a market\-leading business.

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