Buyer - Temporary

Vickerstock; Belfast; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and technology company in Belfast is seeking a Buyer for a 3-6 month contract. You will be responsible for procurement of vessel parts and equipment, conducting supplier management programs, and supporting ERP improvements. Candidates should possess a degree or NVQ Level 4 and have experience in strategic procurement within a manufacturing environment. Strong organisational skills and a solid understanding of manufacturing technologies are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering or supply chain discipline.
• Proven track record in strategic procurement and supplier management.
• Experience of operating at a strategic level across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for procurement of vessel parts and supporting equipment.
• Conduct supplier relationship management with key vendors.
• Negotiate and manage contracts ensuring compliance with company policies.

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supplier relationship management

Cost management

Organisational skills

Manufacturing technologies knowledge

Education

Degree in relevant discipline or NVQ Level 4

Job description

Buyer

3-6 month contract

Belfast

A leading engineering and technology company in Belfast is seeking a Buyer to join their team in Belfast.

This is a temporary role for a period of 3-6 months offering the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment, delivering complex software architectures for next‑generation vessels and sustainable technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for procurement of vessels parts and supporting equipment and facilities.
• Strategic Sourcing and Procurement for key commodities and management of 'tail' spend.
• Conduct supplier relationship management programs with key commodity vendors (Inc. Performance, Cost Evaluation and Quality).
• Negotiate and submit contracts for approval monitor progress, quality, and service.
• Support the procurement side of ERP improvements including recommending opportunities for both departmental and business wide efficiencies to systems, processes, and information.
• Attend team and 1-1 meetings and fulfil reporting requirements as required
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Contribute to shaping a culture that reflects the company Values and Guiding Principles and enables the company to achieve its goals.

What you will need to succeed

• Educated to degree level in a relevant engineering /manufacturing, business, or supply chain discipline or equivalent NVQ Level 4 qualification.
• Proven track record in strategic procurement, delivering cost management and supplier relationship management programmes for select commodities.
• Experience of operating and influencing at a strategic level across multiple departments.
• Experience at procuring complex systems-based products with multiple SKUs within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong organisational skills and dedication to completing tasks in high quality and timely manner
• A strong working knowledge of manufacturing technologies.
• Ability to add value, reduce costs and recommend business improvements

Apply

If you're interested in this opportunity and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply by submitting your CV in confidence.