Meet local suppliers.
Discover new products and services.
In the most time-efficient way.
Manchester Airport Meet the Buyers gives medium and large companies a unique opportunity to connect with local suppliers, all pre-matched to their purchasing requirements.
We arrange up to 35 meetings for your procurement team, in one place, making this the most time-effective way to make quality contacts and discover new suppliers from the local supply chain.
Buyer stands are free of charge.
If you're interested in becoming a buyer and need further information, please get in touch: rebecca.turner@weareumi.co.uk
2026 Buyers
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HOW IT WORKS
Local
1. We invite buyers operating locally to attend
Requirements
2. You provide your purchasing requirements
Search
3. We find suppliers relevant to you
Invite
4. We invite suppliers to attend
Meet
5. We schedule meetings with matching suppliers
CAN YOU AFFORD TO MISS IT?
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Save Time
Meet up to 35 high quality suppliers matched to your needs in just one day.
Save Money
Drive out cost and risk in your supply chain by discovering innovative local suppliers.
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Stay Connected
Meet and share ideas with procurement professionals looking to develop their supply chain.
Enhance your company's CSR and meet section 106 criteria by sourcing from local suppliers.
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Get Ahead
Learn about upcoming contracts and projects in the area.