Project Buyer

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

Job summary

A precision engineering company in Wolverhampton seeks an experienced Project Buyer to manage procurement activities and ensure quality compliance within the nuclear sector. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 per annum, alongside career progression opportunities. Candidates must demonstrate a strong understanding of quality documentation and have experience in industries like defence or aerospace. This position promises stability and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Sponsorship for CIPS qualifications

Professional development

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement roles, particularly in precision engineering sectors.
• Understanding of industry-specific quality documentation processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and purchasing activities for designated projects.
• Conduct negotiations, issue RFQs, and lead kickoff meetings.
• Engage in effective stakeholder management within project teams.

Skills

Experience in buying machined and fabricated components

Strong understanding of quality documentation

Excellent negotiation skills

Supplier relationship management

Job description

Project Buyer

Wolverhampton

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, that is currently in the market for a Project Buyer to join their company on a permanent basis.

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

Due to internal changes and following continued success and expansion, our client 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.

As a Project Buyer, you will be responsible for:

• 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, dependent on experience.

• Hours: Days

• Benefits: Sponsorship for CIPS qualifications (e.g., Level 4 and Level 5), professional development, and a supportive team culture.

Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in 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

If you are interested in the opportunity of Project Buyer and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our clients' growing team located in Wolverhampton.

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'll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career‑defining role.

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