Buyer

Marston Holdings; Tonna; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Buyer to manage the procurement of direct goods and services. In this role, you will source, negotiate, and evaluate suppliers while ensuring alignment with company goals. The ideal candidate has over five years of experience in technical procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a collaborative mindset. Join a business that values procurement's strategic role, with a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working (2 - 3 days WFH)

Healthcare cash plan

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity packages

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical procurement in electronics manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain.
• Experience using ERP systems like Dynamics D365 or SAP.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing and negotiating direct goods and services.
• Managing purchase orders and supplier agreements.
• Building relationships with suppliers and monitoring their performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving skills

Education

CIPS qualification (or equivalent)

Relevant experience in technical procurement

Tools

Dynamics D365

SAP

Job description

As our Buyer, you'll manage the end-to-end procurement of direct goods, materials, and services, ensuring the right balance of cost, quality, and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing direct goods and services in line with business requirements.
• Evaluating and selecting suppliers based on technical capability, pricing, lead times, and compliance.
• Managing purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements to ensure alignment with organisational goals.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to support collaboration and performance.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving issues relating to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Conducting supplier reviews, audits, and assessments to ensure adherence to technical and operational standards.
• Working closely with engineering, production, quality, inventory, and logistics teams to ensure technical specifications are met.
• Analysing market trends and pricing to identify cost saving opportunities without compromising quality.
• Supporting inventory optimisation and reducing excess or obsolete stock.
• Ensuring all procurement activity complies with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.
• Maintaining accurate procurement records and supporting reporting and audit requirements.

What you’ll bring

You’ll be someone who enjoys working at pace, takes ownership, and is passionate about delivering value through procurement.

Are you a technically minded Buyer who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys making a real impact? We're looking for an experienced Buyer – Direct Goods & Services (Technology) to play a pivotal role in sourcing the specialist goods and services that directly support our production and operational teams. This is a hands on role where commercial expertise, technical understanding, and strong supplier relationships come together to drive efficiency and value.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience (typically gained over around five years) in technical procurement of direct goods and services within an electronics manufacturing or production environment.
• A strong understanding of technical specifications, manufacturing processes, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem solving skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with strong analytical capability.
• Experience using procurement and ERP systems such as Dynamics D365, SAP, or similar.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to partner across departments.
• CIPS qualification (or equivalent) – essential.

Why join us?

You’ll be joining a business where procurement plays a vital, strategic role. This is an opportunity to work closely with technical experts, influence decision making, and build supplier partnerships that truly add value. If you’re passionate about procurement, enjoy technical complexity, and want a role where your expertise will make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Marston Holdings Limited is a parent company comprising eight specialist entities, each delivering essential services across enforcement, technology, transport, and customer engagement. Join us and be part of an organisation that is forward thinking, collaborative, and committed to delivering real value to clients and communities. This role will be subject to DBS and County Court Judgment checks. Please keep us updated if your circumstances change. Marston Holdings is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working – (2 - 3 days WFH)
• Permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours/week)
• A wide range of flexible staff benefits, from high-street discounts to wellbeing and lifestyle perks
• Healthcare cash plan
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages (eligibility criteria apply)