Buyer/Inventory Controller

Career Development

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Long-term career opportunities within a global healthcare organisation
• Paid professional membership (where required)
• Opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare and industry professionals

Reward & Benefits

• 7% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance at 3x salary
• Health Cash Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group income protection scheme

Wellbeing & Lifestyle

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced family-friendly and sick pay benefits
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Everyday Discounts and Blue Light Card savings

And much more.

We are looking for a motivated, analytical and detail-oriented Buyer / Inventory Controller to join our Purchasing & Supply Chain team on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave, based at our head office in Sheffield

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring product availability, maintaining optimum stock levels, and supporting the smooth operation of our supply chain. You will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to manage inventory, forecast demand, place purchase orders, and resolve supply-related issues.

Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 2 days from home & 3 days onsite once training is complete

Location: Thorncliffe Park

How you will make an impact

• Place and progress purchase orders with approved suppliers.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels against agreed stock targets.
• Analyse customer demand, sales forecasts, promotions, and manufacturing trends to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Minimise backorder situations within your product portfolio.
• Produce and maintain inventory management reports.
• Resolve supplier delivery and invoice queries efficiently.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues across all levels of the business.

At B. Braun, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to healthcare while building a rewarding career with a global, family-owned organisation. We invest in our people through learning, development and long-term career opportunities, creating an environment where expertise is valued, ideas are encouraged and collaboration drives success. Whether you're looking to grow your career, expand your skills or make a genuine impact on patient outcomes, you'll be part of a team helping to shape the future of healthcare.

Join a market-leading healthcare organisation where your expertise helps support healthcare professionals and improve patient care across the UK.

Apply today and become part of Team B. Braun. #WeAreTeamBB

At B. Braun, we believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to be themselves.

We want every candidate to have a positive recruitment experience. If you need support during the hiring process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best. Reasonable adjustments may include additional time for assessments, accessible interview arrangements or alternative interview formats.

Our Talent Acquisition Specialists are happy to discuss any support you may need throughout the recruitment process.

What to Expect

Our recruitment process is designed to help us get to know you, while giving you the opportunity to learn more about B. Braun, our culture and the role. While the process may vary depending on the position, it will typically include:

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• Initial conversation with Hiring Panel (30 minutes) - an opportunity to discuss your experience, career aspirations and interest in joining B. Braun.
• Hiring Panel interview (60 minutes) - a more detailed discussion about your skills, experience and how you could contribute to the team.
• Skills and role-related assessment(s) - an opportunity to showcase your expertise through activities relevant to the role.

Interviews may be conducted virtually, by telephone or in person, depending on the requirements of the role.