Buyer

TRS (Technical Recruitment Solutions); Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic start-up in the energy sector is seeking a Buyer in Bristol to lead procurement operations. The role involves sourcing, evaluating suppliers, and establishing procurement processes for innovative solutions aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in technical procurement and be proactive problem-solvers. The position offers a salary range of £45K–£55K, along with benefits such as private healthcare and career progression.

Benefits

Access to private healthcare

25 days holiday

Potential to buy shares

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in technical procurement or supply chain management.
• Skilled at sourcing mechanical/electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Commercially astute with proven performance in cost, quality, and timeliness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement function across mechanical and electrical components.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts for best value.
• Establish procurement processes as the company scales.

Skills

Technical procurement

Supply chain management

Sourcing mechanical assemblies

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Job description

Overview

Buyer

Location: Bristol (Hybrid options available)

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the UK's energy future? We are recruiting for a fast-growing start-up leading the transition from gas boilers to greener, more affordable heating solutions. With breakthrough technology and major investment secured, we're on a mission to reduce carbon emissions from UK homes and reshape how people think about heating.

We're looking for a Buyer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll lead procurement operations, building strong supplier relationships, optimising costs, and ensuring high-quality components for our innovative heat pumps.

What you’ll do

• Lead the procurement function across mechanical, electrical, and electro-mechanical components.
• Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers, negotiating contracts and delivery schedules to achieve best value.
• Establish robust procurement processes for both prototypes and production as we scale.
• Collaborate closely with engineering to align sourcing with technical requirements and cost targets.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Explore new materials, suppliers, and solutions to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.

Buyers requirements

• Motivated by purpose, inspired by impact, and proactive in problem-solving.
• Experienced (5+ years) in technical procurement or supply chain management within engineering or manufacturing.
• Skilled at sourcing mechanical/electro-mechanical assemblies for new product introduction.
• Commercially astute, with a track record of delivering cost, quality, and on-time performance.
• Familiar with interpreting engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.

Buyers package

• £45- £55K
• Access to private healthcare
• 25 days holiday
• Potential to buy shares
• Career progression as you will be joining a company with rapid growth plans