Engineering Buyer

ATA Recruitment; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ATA Recruitment is seeking an Engineering Buyer to join a leading engineering firm in Ilkeston. This role involves managing procurement activities, sourcing components for engineering projects, and ensuring supplier performance. The ideal candidate will be experienced, confident, and able to operate independently to drive efficiency in procurement processes, contributing to successful project outcomes.

Benefits

25 Days + Bank Holidays

Company Pension

Private Healthcare Option

Life Assurance

Annual Profit-related bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Proven procurement experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Experience with international logistics/import/export is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all procurement activities supporting engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Sourcing materials, negotiating pricing, and managing supplier performance.
• Managing international logistics and maintaining procurement records.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 Engineering qualification (minimum ONC)

Tools

SAP Business One

Microsoft Office

Job description

Engineering Buyer
Nottingham

Salary: GBP35,000 GBP45,000 (DOE) + Bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, flexible start/finish times with early finish on Friday

Benefits: 25 Days + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Private Healthcare Option, Life Assurance

The Company:
Our client is a specialist in providing custom-engineered solutions to industries that experience harsh industrial environments, and heavy-duty process s. Serving industries such as offshore oil and gas, power generation, cement, and metal processing, they are recognised for producing robust, lifetime-supported products that control airflow in critical applications. Established in the 1960s, this organization has grown through a commitment to engineering excellence and customer satisfaction, supported by a team of highly skilled professionals.

With plans for future expansion, they are focused on building a talented team and advancing employees from within. With the exciting new projects ahead, they're currently looking for an Engineering Buyer to join their project management team.

The Role:
As an Engineering Buyer, you will be responsible for all procurement activities supporting the engineering and manufacturing teams.

You will work closely with project managers and engineers to source the components, materials, and services required to deliver high-value engineering projects efficiently and cost-effectively.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Sourcing materials, components, equipment, and services for complex engineered machinery
• Interpreting technical drawings and BOMs to purchase correct items
• Negotiating pricing, lead times, and terms with local and international suppliers
• Raising POs and maintaining procurement records using SAP Business One
• Managing international logistics and documentation for imports
• Working closely with stakeholders to support up to 10 projects at a time (total spend up to GBP3m per year)
• Monitoring supplier performance and managing delivery or quality issues
• Contributing to cost reduction and continuous improvement of the supply chain

The Candidate:

The successful Engineering Buyer will be highly organised, confident, and commercially aware.

You ll be comfortable working independently as the sole buyer for new projects, with the authority to make purchasing decisions and drive supplier performance.

Experience desired:

• Proven procurement experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Familiarity with MRP/ERP systems SAP B1 preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Level 3 Engineering qualification (minimum ONC)
• Experience with international logistics/import/export is desirable

The Benefits:

• Competitive salary up to GBP45k DOE
• Annual Profit-related bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension plan
• Private medical healthcare (optional)
• Future progression opportunities within the business
• Flexible working hours
• Half day on Friday

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Engineering Buyer looking for a fresh challenge in a growing and forward-thinking business, we want to hear from you!

Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed).

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation