Engineering and Consumables Buyer

INNOVA SEARCH; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Engineering & Consumables Buyer to manage procurement for engineering parts and consumables. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of procurement experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of ERP/MRP systems. This position is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency and maintaining supplier relationships. Competitive salary package with growth potential included.

Benefits

Salary of £45,000-50,000

Up to 10% non-guaranteed bonus

Employer pension starting at 5%

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 GP access

Additional employee perks

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in procurement.
• Strong background in buying engineering parts and/or consumables.
• Experience managing service contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and replenishment of engineering parts across 2m of continuous stock.
• Work with Engineering and Factory Managers on buying strategies.
• Oversee procurement of key consumables.
• Maintain strong relationships with preferred suppliers.

Skills

Procurement experience

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

ERP/MRP systems knowledge

Strong communication skills

Tools

QAD/SAP/Oracle

Job description

Engineering & Consumables Buyer

Location: Flint

Salary: 40,000- 50,000 + benefits

Contract: Permanent, full-time, onsite (hybrid possible after 3 months)

Start Date: January 2026

About the Company

My client is a global manufacturing leader, trusted by households and businesses around the world. Their focus is improving everyday health and wellbeing through innovative, sustainable products. They continue to invest heavily in their people, processes, and facilities - and are now looking for an experienced Engineering & Consumables Buyer to join their UK procurement team.

The Role

• Reporting to the Purchasing Director, you'll handle the procurement and replenishment of engineering parts and consumables across UK sites. Around 70% of your time will be spent managing engineering spares and components (covering 2m of rolling stock), with the remaining 30% covering consumables and service contracts.
• It's a hands‑on buying role within a developing procurement function, working closely with the Engineering Manager, Factory Managers, and a set of preferred suppliers. You won't have direct reports, but you'll be supported by Stores Assistants who manage daily drawdowns based on the systems and structures you set up.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and replenishment of engineering parts across 2m of continuous stock.
• Work with Engineering and Factory Managers on buying strategies, stock control, and obsolescence.
• Oversee procurement of key consumables, including H&S and general factory supplies.
• Manage service contracts (e.g., laundry, site support).
• Maintain strong relationships with preferred suppliers and develop alternatives where needed.
• Use in‑house systems for purchasing, stock control, and reporting.
• Support long‑term procurement strategy development.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legislation, and H&S standards.
• Identify cost‑saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Travel to the Wigan site when required (usually a couple of times a month).

About You

We're looking for a proactive, commercially aware Buyer with solid experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

Essential:

• 5+ years' experience in procurement.
• Strong background in buying engineering parts and/or consumables.
• Experience managing service contracts.
• Good supplier relationship and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• ERP/MRP experience (QAD/SAP/Oracle or similar).
• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder skills.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of IDhammar or similar maintenance systems.
• Experience developing procurement strategies.
• Background in food manufacturing, FMCG, or a regulated industry.

Growth & Development

There's room to grow, with potential future exposure to categories like chemicals, flexible packaging, and indirect spend. While progression isn't guaranteed, strong performance could open further opportunities.

Package & Benefits

• 45,000- 50,000 salary
• Up to 10% non-guaranteed bonus
• Employer pension starting at 5%, rising to 9% after 5 years
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 24/7 GP access
• Additional employee perks