Principal Buyer

Siemens Energy; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Principal Buyer to join the Operational Procurement team in Lincolnshire, UK. You will manage end-to-end procurement for direct materials, negotiate prices and terms, and act as the main contact for a portfolio of suppliers to ensure continuity of manufacturing and operations.

With a Bachelor’s in Supply Chain Management or related field and experience in manufacturing or engineering procurement, you will drive data integrity in the ERP (SAP) and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an operational procurement or buyer role within manufacturing or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process for direct materials, from requisition to delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and conditions with suppliers for cost-effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for a designated supplier portfolio.
• Maintain procurement records in the ERP system (SAP) and support inventory control.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve processes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Data management

Analytical abilities

Supplier relationship management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management/Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Principal Buyer

About the Role

Job ID 299052 Location United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Lincolnshire Lincoln Company Siemens Energy Industrial Turbomachinery Ltd. Organization Gas Services Business Unit Distributed Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Professional / Experienced

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join our Operational Procurement team and play a critical role in supporting the Small Gas Turbines business unit! As a key contributor, you will manage the procurement of goods and services essential for ongoing manufacturing and operational activities. Your focus will be on operational procurement and sourcing, supplier and stakeholder management, and data management with process improvement. If you have a proven track record as a buyer in an engineering or manufacturing context, this is your opportunity to ensure business continuity while driving cost-effective and timely acquisitions.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from purchase requisition to order placement and delivery confirmation for direct materials.
• You will negotiate pricing, payment terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve cost-effectiveness for operational requirements.
• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for a designated portfolio of suppliers, managing day-to-day interactions and resolving issues.
• You will maintain accurate procurement records within the ERP system, supporting inventory control objectives and ensuring timely material availability.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function to enhance process efficiency and reduce operational costs.

What You Bring

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in an operational procurement or buyer role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Possess strong negotiation skills and proficiency with ERP systems like SAP for procurement and materials management.
• You demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of supply chain principles, supplier relationship management, and strategic sourcing.
• Skilled in data management, contract management, and possess strong analytical abilities to support decision-making.