Buyer

Wabtec; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec is seeking a proactive Buyer to join our UK team in Burton on Trent. You will source and procure goods and services to support maintenance and overhaul activities for rail solutions, working within the Supply Chain team to develop supplier strategies and deliver value.

The role requires prior purchasing experience in engineering or manufacturing, strong IT skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. CIPS or IOSCM qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing/procurement within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines.
• Highly driven and self-motivated.
• Good IT skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Oracle, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities, including requisitions, MRP signals, and invoice queries.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and engineers to build supply chain solutions.
• Support NPI and ensure FAI compliance.
• Develop and negotiate part/commodity strategies.
• Lead cost-saving and working capital initiatives.
• Maintain supplier relationships through reviews and performance tracking.
• Conduct market testing and drive supplier development.
• Understand cross-functional processes and support commercial bids.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Provide cross-unit support and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Procurement experience

Strong communication

Deadline driven

Education

CIPS or IOSCM qualifications (desirable)

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Oracle

PowerPoint

Job description

Who will you be working with?

We are seeking a Buyer to join our team at the LH Group (a Division of Wabtec UK Ltd) based in Burton on Trent we support our customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.

Role:

Buyer

Location:

Burton on Trent, Staffordshire, (DE13 8EN)

Hours:

Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30pm and Friday 08:00am to 13:00pm, 37 hours per week

Contract Type:

Permanent, Full-Time

How will you make a difference?

As a Buyer, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring goods and services that support Wabtec UK's operational and business objectives. Working within the Supply Chain team, you will develop supplier and commodity strategies that deliver value, reduce risk, and support business growth.

What will your typical day look like?

• Manage purchasing activities, including requisitions, MRP signals, and invoice queries.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and engineers to build supply chain solutions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensure FAI compliance.
• Develop and negotiate part/commodity strategies.
• Lead cost-saving and working capital initiatives.
• Maintain supplier relationships through reviews and performance tracking.
• Conduct market testing and drive supplier development.
• Understand cross-functional processes and support commercial bids.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Provide cross-unit support and perform additional duties as needed.

What do we want to know about you?

• Previous experience in purchasing/procurement within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
• CIPS or IOSCM Qualifications are desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work to strict deadlines
• Highly driven and self-motivated
• Good level of IT skills (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Oracle (preferred), PowerPoint)

Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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