Buyer

Orion Electrotech; Rushcliffe; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Electrotech in Nottingham is seeking an experienced Buyer for a temporary 3–6 month contract to support the Supply Chain team in an engineering/manufacturing environment. You will handle procurement, supplier management and stock control to ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency.

Key responsibilities include PO management in ERP/MRP, negotiations with suppliers, and data analysis to drive continuous improvement. Full UK driving licence and BOM understanding are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experienced in purchasing within engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP systems and BOM concepts.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and expedite purchase orders via ERP/MRP.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times and delivery schedules.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure supply continuity.
• Analyze purchasing data and supplier performance.
• Source materials with Operations/Projects and estimate costs.
• Manage supplier relationships and conduct reviews.
• Resolve supplier quality issues and purchasing queries.
• Maintain ERP/MRP data and records.
• Support continuous improvement across the supply chain.
• Adhere to company purchasing procedures and quality standards.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Planning

Organisation

Commercial awareness

Problem solving

Attention to detail

IT proficiency

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Buyer (Temporary Contract)

Location: Nottingham

Length of Contract: 3 to 6 months - Possibly extendable or perm role avail

Salary: £30,000 per annum (£15.39 per hour)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (30-minute unpaid lunch break)

Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join a busy engineering and manufacturing environment on a temporary basis. This role will support the Supply Chain function by ensuring materials, components and services are purchased efficiently, cost-effectively and delivered on time to meet business demands.

Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Projects, Quality and Finance teams, you will play a key role in supplier management, purchasing administration, stock control and material availability.

Key Responsibilities of this Buyer role:

• Create, manage and expedite purchase orders through the ERP/MRP system.


• Negotiate pricing, lead times and delivery schedules with suppliers.


• Monitor stock levels and ensure continuity of supply.


• Analyse purchasing data, supplier performance and spending trends.


• Work with Operations and Project teams to source materials and estimate project costs.


• Manage supplier relationships and conduct supplier performance reviews.


• Resolve supplier quality issues, returns and non-conformance matters.


• Investigate and resolve invoice and purchasing queries.


• Monitor overdue purchase orders and proactively follow up with suppliers.


• Maintain accurate ERP/MRP system data and purchasing records.


• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function.


• Ensure compliance with company purchasing procedures and quality standards.

About You:

• Previous purchasing or buying experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.


• Experience using ERP and MRP systems.


• Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.


• Good understanding of Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering drawings.


• Excellent communication and organisational skills.


• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.


• Knowledge of supply chain processes and best practices.


• Understanding of Lean principles would be advantageous.


• CIPS qualification desirable but not essential.


• Full UK Driving Licence.

Skills Required of this Buyer role:

• Negotiation and supplier management.


• Planning and organisation.


• Commercial awareness.


• Problem solving and decision making.


• Attention to detail.


• IT proficiency.


• Strong communication skills.


• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment.

Interview Process of this Buyer role:

1. Stage 1: 15-20 minute Teams screening interview focused on experience and CV review.


2. Stage 2: Site-based interview including competency questions and site tour.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join a well-established manufacturing business and make an immediate impact within the Supply Chain team.