Buyer

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization in Greater London is seeking a proactive Buyer to handle procurement for electro-mechanical assemblies. This hybrid role requires strong mechanical buying experience within the manufacturing sector and involves managing inventory, liaising with subcontractors, and contributing to strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a solid understanding of MRP systems, technical drawings, and excellent communication skills. Experience in military or defence sectors is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical buying within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of MRP systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and BOMs.
• Experience in military or defence sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day purchasing of mechanical and electro‑mechanical components.
• Interpret BOMs and use MRP systems to plan and execute procurement activities.
• Liaise with subcontractors for quotations based on technical drawings.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, including long lead‑time items.
• Support strategic procurement initiatives such as forecasting future requirements.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships.

Skills

Mechanical buying

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Understanding technical drawings

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

Job Title: Buyer

Structure: Hybrid (1 day per week at home)

Industry: Manufacturing

Salary: Competitive

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Buyer to join our clients Team, focusing on the procurement of electro‑mechanical assemblies, including PCBs, metalwork, plastic and mechanical components. This is a tactical purchasing role with scope to contribute strategically to long‑term procurement planning. You will be responsible for sending technical drawings to subcontractors and managing the quotation process, ensuring timely and cost‑effective sourcing. An understanding of Bills of Materials and MRP systems is essential.

Key Responsibilities as a Buyer:

• Manage day‑to‑day purchasing of mechanical and electro‑mechanical components.
• Interpret BOMs and use MRP systems to plan and execute procurement activities.
• Liaise with subcontractors for quotations based on technical drawings.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels, including long lead‑time items.
• Support strategic procurement initiatives such as forecasting future requirements and securing inventory.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships; identify and onboard new suppliers when needed.
• Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders across engineering, production, and planning teams.

Requirements as a Buyer:

• Proven experience in mechanical buying within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong working knowledge of MRP systems
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and BOMs.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience in military or defence sectors is advantageous.

This role suits a Buyer who thrives in a tactical environment but is also keen to contribute to strategic procurement decisions. You'll be comfortable working from a robust supplier list but also capable of identifying new sourcing opportunities when needed.

If this opportunity as a Buyer is of interest, please reach out to Jemma at Orion Reading.