Operational Buyer - Temporary

Atlas Copco Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwards Ltd., part of the Atlas Copco Group, is seeking an Operational Buyer (Temporary) for a hybrid role based in Bristol, United Kingdom. You will manage supplier performance, raise POs, respond to MRP messages, issue RFQs and drive replenishment improvements.

The role requires 2–3 years in procurement, CIPS Level 4 or equivalent, and a proven ability to hit savings and delivery targets. You will work with engineering to handle obsolescence and changes, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Good interpersonal and team working skills.
• Proven track record of hitting savings/delivery targets.
• Flexible and capable of working in a complex environment.
• Capable of interfacing professionally with internal customers and suppliers.
• Resourceful, self motivated and confident with working on own initiative.
• CIPS level 4 or equivalent qualification or equivalent through experience.
• Min 2-3 years experience in Procurement.
• Experience with sourcing side of New Product Introduction, Outsourcing and Continuous Improvement Projects.

Responsibilities

• Raising purchase orders through various methods and channels.
• Reacting to MRP system messages to expedite, defer or cancel open order lines.
• Issuing RFQs, drawing releases, analysing quotes and setting up new part replenishment profile.
• Resolve issues relating to accuracy of deliveries, quality rejects, invoice queries, overdue orders and production shortages.
• Identifying savings opportunities through benchmarking, value engineering & optimising replenishment methods.
• Working with Engineering to manage obsolete and replacement parts. Raising temporary permits (concessions) and engineering changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Delivery targets

Flexibility

Stakeholder interfacing

Initiative

CIPS Level 4 or equivalent

Procurement experience 2-3 years

NPI/Outsourcing/CI experience

Job description

As a Operational Buyer - Temporary, your mission is topersonally responsible for ensuring continued supplier performance (on time delivery, cost and quality) within their portfolio of suppliers. You will report to a Senior Buyer.

You will

• Raising purchase orders through various methods and channels.
• Reacting to MRP system messages to expedite, defer or cancel open order lines.
• Issuing RFQs, drawing releases, analysing quotes and setting up new part replenishment profile.
• Resolve issues relating to accuracy of deliveries, quality rejects, invoice queries, overdue orders and production shortages.
• Identifying savings opportunities through benchmarking, value engineering & optimising replenishment methods.
• Working with Engineering to manage obsolete and replacement parts. Raising temporary permits (concessions) and engineering changes.

To succeed, you will need

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

• Good interpersonal and team working skills
• Proven track record of hitting savings/delivery targets
• Flexible and capable of working in a complex environment
• Capable of interfacing professionally with internal customers and suppliers
• Resourceful, self motivated and confident with working on own initiative
• CIPS level 4 or equivalent qualification or equivalent through experience
• Min 2-3 years experience in Procurement
• Experience with sourcing side of New Product Introduction, Outsourcing and Continuous Improvement Projects

In return, we offer

• Culture of trust and accountability
• Lifelong learning and career growth
• Innovation powered by people
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits
• Health and well-being

Job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our office in Bristol, United Kingdom (GB).

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Information at a Glance

Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand’s products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.

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Posting End Date: 10/30/26 Legal Entity: Edwards Ltd