Engineering Buyer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an Engineering Buyer to join a well-established manufacturer in Leicester. This role involves planning and procuring materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in Engineering or Manufacturing and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a competitive salary of £35,000- £45,000 plus benefits such as an OTD Bonus Scheme and enhanced holidays.

Benefits

OTD Bonus Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Enhanced Holidays

Early Finish Fridays

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or technical buying within engineering sectors.
• Ability to negotiate competitive pricing with suppliers.
• Familiarity with compliance to ISO9001 procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure materials for production.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and address quality issues.
• Review engineering drawings to support procurement decisions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Material planning

Cost-saving strategies

Education

Background in Engineering or Manufacturing

Job description

Engineering Buyer

£35,000- £45,000 + OTD Bonus Scheme + Health Cash Plan + Cycle to Companies to Work + Enhanced Holidays + Early Finish Fridays

Leicester

Are you a Technical Buyer with a background in Engineering, Manufacturing or a similar industry, looking to join a long-established British market leader with global reach, offering a half-day Friday and an OTD Bonus Scheme?

Join a growing British manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in high-power electrical components. With a long-standing commitment to quality, orale innovation and continuous improvement, they have successfully navigated every major economic challenge of the current century to become the UK's leading manufacturer of resistors and loadbanks.

In this role, you will plan and procure materials to meet project requirements, ensuring on‑time delivery.airo You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain strong supplier relationships, drive cost savings and support continuous improvement within the procurement function, reporting directly to}, the Purchasing Manager.

The Role cj7>sz11> <

• Plan and procure materials for production, minimising inventory and ensuring cost-effective purchasing
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate commercial terms, including rebates and discount structures
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term performance
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, delivery and cost
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to support procurement decisions
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 procedures and company policies
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:30‑16:15, Friday 07:30‑12:30 (38 hours per week)

The Person

Technical Buyer with a background in Engineering, Manufacturing or similar

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.