Project Buyer

EMBS Engineering; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering firm located in Wolverhampton seeks an experienced Project Buyer for a permanent role. Responsibilities include handling procurement of machined parts, managing quality documentation, and conducting supplier negotiations. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-quality procurement within regulated environments, contributing to on-time delivery and quality performance. A competitive salary of £35,000 to £45,000 depending on experience is offered, alongside opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Benefits

Sponsorship for CIPS qualifications

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience buying machined and fabricated components to a high standard of quality.
• Strong understanding of quality documentation and processes such as MITP, PPAP, ISIR.
• Experience from industries such as defence, aerospace, or automotive.

Responsibilities

• Purchase machined parts and fabrications, as well as electrical equipment.
• Manage critical quality documentation essential for the nuclear industry.
• Conduct negotiations, issue RFQs, perform contract reviews.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Quality documentation understanding

Job description

Job description

Project Buyer

Location: Wolverhampton

Type: Permanent

£35,000 to £45,000 per annum (Depending on experience)

EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer located in Wolverhampton and is currently looking to fill the role of Project Buyer on a permanent basis.

This market leader is a well‑established entity within the precision engineering industry and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety‑critical and highly complex components, particularly within the nuclear industry.

Due to internal changes and continued success and expansion, our clientარჩევნ is seeking an experienced Project Buyer to manage procurement and purchasing activities for designated projects, with a strong focus on quality documentation and supplier management within a highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

The purchase of machined parts and fabrications, along with electrical equipment and commercial off‑the‑shelf items.

Manage critical quality documentation (e.g., 2.1 certs, 3.1 certs, PPAP, ISIR) essential for the nuclear industry.

Conduct negotiations, issue RFQs, perform contract reviews, and lead kickoff meetings.

Support invoice queries and resolve Supplier Non‑Conformance Reports (SNCRs).

Engage in effective stakeholder management, embedding yourself within project teams.

Occasionally visit suppliers, upholding robust supplier relationships.

Contribute to on‑time delivery and right‑first‑time quality performance.

Work within a close‑knit team, fostering a positive and easygoing work environment.

What’s in it for you?

Stability / Longevity: Join an expanding company with a new facility and opportunities for career progression.

Competitive salary : £35,000‑45,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

• Sponsorship for CIPS qualifications (e.g., Level 4 and Level 5).

• Professional development.

• Supportive team culture.

Qualifications

Experience buying machined and fabricated components to a high standard of quality.

A strong understanding of quality documentation and processes (e.g., MITP, PPAP, ISIR).

Experience from industries such as defence, aerospace, or automotive.

• Excellent negotiation skills and a track record of effective supplier relationship management.

About us

EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK’s most prestigious, advanced precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive/​Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We offer expert support and advice throughout the последователь process to help you secure a career‑defining role.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents and we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.