Fabrications Category Buyer for Heavy Engineering

Sulzer; Churwell; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medicash Health Cash Plan

33 days’ holiday

Defined pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programmes

Costco membership option

Discounted personal car leasing

Long Service Awards

Sulzer Learning Pathways

Onsite EV parking

Multi-faith prayer room

Onsite gym

Job summary

Sulzer, a leading engineering company, seeks a Category Buyer - Fabrications for its Leeds Advanced Pump Design and Manufacturing Facility. You will manage end-to-end procurement for fabrication and welded assemblies, source suppliers, negotiate terms, and support project schedules across global operations.

Join a multinational team with exposure to energy, water, industrial and renewable sectors. The role offers a site-based, structured environment with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within manufacturing or engineering environments.
• Sourcing of fabricated, welded or machined components is advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness with proven negotiation skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement for fabrication and welded assembly requirements.
• Develop supplier relationships and evaluate capability, quality and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and framework agreements.
• Support project teams with procurement planning and manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier negotiation

ERP/MRP systems

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Project prioritisation

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

Sulzer, a leading engineering company, seeks a Category Buyer - Fabrications for its Leeds Advanced Pump Design and Manufacturing Facility. You will manage end-to-end procurement for fabrication and welded assemblies, source suppliers, negotiate terms, and support project schedules across global operations.

Join a multinational team with exposure to energy, water, industrial and renewable sectors. The role offers a site-based, structured environment with opportunities for professional