Job Description

At

Clarendon Specialty Fasteners

, we don't just supply fasteners, we enable innovation. As a leading value-add distributor of specialty fastener solutions, we serve industries that shape the future, including Aerospace, Space, Motorsport, Defence, & Industrial Markets.

Why Join Us?

Impactful Work: Make a visible impact in a high-performance team. Collaborative Culture: Work with passionate experts in a supportive, agile environment. Career Growth: Access technical training, mentorship, and clear development paths. Innovation-Driven: Be part of a company that values creativity and continuous improvement. Shared Success: We win together, across teams, locations, and challenges.

Our Values:

Agility. Collaboration. Empathy.

Apply now and be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team playing a critical role in operational success.

Position:

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Due to progression within the team, we have an exciting Opportunity for an Operational Buyer to join our Purchasing team. At Clarendon, back?to?back ordering is central to how we fulfil orders for our customers. You'll own the journey from order placement to delivery, working cross?functionally to keep turnaround times tight, information accurate, and stakeholders informed. Every day brings new challenges, along with real opportunities to improve processes, strengthen supplier relationships, and grow your skills.

What you'll do

Own the order flow

Place and manage back?to?back orders, ensuring swift, accurate progression from purchase to delivery. Keep system data current using supplier order books; chase overdue acknowledgements and late orders.

Drive supplier and logistics excellence

Attend--and occasionally lead--supplier meetings; resolve order issues and help close out rejects. Proactively reschedule orders and push back early deliveries where needed. Make daily, cost?effective shipping decisions and occasionally arrange collections.

Champion process, KPIs & reviews

Maintain up?to?date back?to?back process documentation and KPIs. Lead monthly purchasing and sales reviews, bringing insight and action. Support pro?forma payments and supplier set?up; complete occasional sourcing to identify alternative supply and cost savings.

Collaborate to win

Build positive cross?functional relationships through regular, transparent communication. Work closely with Commodity Buyers to monitor part trends and recommend stocking changes.

Requirements:

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A natural alignment with our ACE values -- Agility, Collaboration and Empathy -- shown in the way you work with colleagues, customers and suppliers. Purchasing experience, or solid exposure to and understanding of the purchasing process. Confidence dealing directly with suppliers and/or customers, building rapport and solving problems quickly. A well?organised, self?motivated approach. You'll be someone who takes ownership and enjoys getting things done. A truly proactive mindset: you spot issues early, ask the right questions, and take action without being prompted. A genuine willingness to learn, adapt and grow with the role. The ability to thrive in a fast?paced environment where priorities can change and speed matters. Strong communication skills. You'll be clear, confident and professional. Good computer literacy, including solid Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Outlook, Word). A driving licence is preferred but not essential due to the location of our office.

Other information:

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Benefits:

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Yearly Bonus Scheme (role applicable) Pension Scheme One day working from home after probation (role applicable) Free Parking Regular Social & Sporting Events DIGICARE App - Access to digital health and wellbeing support Regular lunches and treats for hitting targets Branded clothing Free tea, coffee, soft drinks, fruit, and Huel Games room for breaks and downtime


We welcome and encourage applications from all candidates and are happy to discuss any adjustments you may need at any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact us to let us know how we can support you.