Engineering Buyer

Hales Group; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hales Group Ltd is recruiting an Engineering Buyer for a busy engineering environment in Great Yarmouth. The role focuses on sourcing materials, components and subcontract services to support manufacturing schedules and project delivery.

You will build strong supplier relationships and manage supplier performance to meet deadlines and budgets. The position offers a 6-month fixed term contract, 37 hours per week, with a competitive salary DOE.

Formación

• Previous purchasing or buying experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Responsabilidades

• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, negotiating prices, lead times and terms.

Conocimientos

Purchasing experience

Negotiation

Understanding of technical drawings

ERP/MRP systems

Organisational skills

Communication

Descripción del empleo

Engineering Buyer

Location: Great Yarmouth, Norfolk

Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Contract: 6-Month Fixed Term Contract

Hours 37 per week

Hales Group are delighted to be recruiting for an Engineering Buyer on behalf of our client based in Great Yarmouth on a six-month fixed term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional to join a busy engineering environment on a 6-month contract, supporting key projects and production requirements.

The successful candidate will play a vital role within the supply chain function, ensuring materials, components, and subcontract services are sourced efficiently to support manufacturing and engineering schedules. You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to maintain continuity of supply, manage supplier performance, and help deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:

• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations, negotiating prices, lead times, and commercial terms.
• Raise purchase orders and monitor deliveries to meet production and project deadlines.
• Liaise with engineering, production, and quality teams to understand purchasing requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any supply chain issues.
• Resolve shortages, discrepancies, and delivery delays, escalating risks where necessary.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and system data.
• Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous purchasing or buying experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of technical drawings, specifications, and engineering terminology.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience using purchasing, MRP, or ERP systems.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join a well-established engineering business.
• Varied and fast-paced role within a supportive team.
• Immediate start available.
• Competitive salary dependent on experience.