Buyer

NIF; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension contribution match up to 10%

25 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Private dental care

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

TEKEVER in the United Kingdom seeks a Buyer to own purchasing of materials and services, working with suppliers and internal teams to meet production needs.

You will aim for best cost, quality and on-time delivery, while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. Experience in procurement or related supply chain roles is valued in a fast-paced, forward-thinking team.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of supply chain risk.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and expedite open orders to meet schedules.
• Own supplier relationships and resolve issues.
• Source and issue RFQs; negotiate price, lead time and terms.
• Due diligence on new and existing suppliers.
• Maintain purchasing records and follow procedures.
• Collaborate with accounts payable, inventory and logistics.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost, quality and delivery.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Supply chain

Negotiation

Problem solving

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Are you ready to revolutionise the world with TEKEVER?

At TEKEVER, we lead innovation in Europe as the European leader in unmanned technology, where cutting-edge advancements meet unparalleled innovation.

Digital | Defence | Security | Space

We operate across four strategic areas, combining artificial intelligence, systems engineering, data science, and aerospace technology to tackle global challenges — from protecting people and critical infrastructure to exploring space.

We offer a unique surveillance-as-a-service solution that delivers real-time intelligence, enhancing maritime safety and saving lives. Our products and services support strategic and operational decisions in the most demanding environments — whether at sea, on land, in space, or in cyberspace.

Become part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary, and mission-driven team that is transforming maritime surveillance and redefining global safety standards.

At TEKEVER, our mission is to provide limitless support through mission-oriented game-changers, delivering the right information at the right time to empower critical decision-making.

If you're passionate about technology and eager to shape the future — TEKEVER is the place for you.

The Role:

As a Buyer, you will take ownership of purchasing materials and services, working closely with suppliers and internal teams to ensure production requirements are met.

You will focus on achieving the best possible cost, quality and delivery performance, while identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.

This buyer role would suit someone with knowledge and experience of procurement process although we welcome candidates from related supply chain or engineering backgrounds. This is a great career opportunity to join a team in a forward thinking company and develop their buying career further in this exciting, varied and fast paced role.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and expedite open orders to meet business and production schedules.
• Own and develop supplier relationships, monitor performance and resolve supply or delivery issues.
• Source and issue requests for quotation, negotiating price, lead time and terms to secure best value.
• Conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure procurement processes are followed.
• Work closely with other departments including accounts payable, inventory and warehousing/logistics.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost, quality and delivery performance.

Profile and requirements

You will ideally have:

• Experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain
• Previous experience of ERP/MRP systems
• An understanding of supply chain risk
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment
• A practical, problem-solving mindset

What we have to offer you:

At TEKEVER, we offer a comprehensive package designed to reward, support, and develop our people.

• This includes a highly competitive salary with a discretionary annual bonus and a company pension contribution match of up to 10%.
• To support your wellbeing, we provide 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Private Medical Insurance (with optional family cover), Private Dental care, and an Employee Assistance Programme.

Do you want to know more about us ?

Visit our LinkedIn page at https://www.linkedin.com/company/tekever/