Project Technical Buyer 12 months FTC

Smiths Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense engineering company based in Hemel Hempstead is looking for a Technical Buyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will manage suppliers for mechanical and electronic components and needs to have experience in procurement within an engineering environment. Responsibilities include supplier evaluation, negotiation, and monitoring delivery performance to ensure production schedules are met. SC level clearance or eligibility is required, and the role offers opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Excellent training and career growth opportunities

Inclusive environment with strong leadership

Wide range of benefits to suit lifestyle

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement or supply chain within manufacturing/engineering.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proven skills in supplier evaluation and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop suppliers for mechanical and electronic components.
• Lead sourcing and supply chain reports supporting project objectives.
• Conduct supplier visits and capability reviews.

Skills

Supplier evaluation

Contract negotiation

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree or equivalent qualification in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

SAP or similar ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a Technical Buyer on a 12 month FTC to supporta critical projectby sourcing negotiating and managing suppliers for both electronic and mechanical components.

Due to the sensitive nature of the project we can only consider candidates who hold SC level clearance or are eligible to obtain it - we cant consider those who dont meet that criteria.

Identifying and assessing potential appropriate suppliers who offer the best value for the business. You will evaluate the supply market support the strategy development quotations negotiate of contract terms and highlight any business risks.

Place purchase orders monitor delivery performance and balance demand against capacity (Supply) and ensure that the factory delivers to plan utilize your excellent communication skills and you will interact with many stakeholders internal and external technology quality and suppliers.

There will be occasions when you will need to travel to visit a supplier to conduct a review evaluate the suppliers facility and share our business requirements negotiation of pricing lead-times risk analysis record these findings and feedback your report

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify assess and develop suppliers for project requirements in both mechanical and electronic components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings specifications and bills of materials to ensure supplier understanding and compliance.
• Lead & update the sourcing / supply chain Monthly CPR (contract performance report) into the project.
• Help support the capture of the sourcing material operation COGS for the project .
• Help manage the supplier risk file highlighting any component obsolesces or EOL (End of life) concerns.
• Support the global and regional category managers working with our key supplier partners and they are awarded agreements on a TCO (total cost of ownership) basis considering Cost Working Capital COPQ VOTD.
• Place and manage purchase orders monitor delivery performance and ensure materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Lead and maintain sourcing and supply chain reports supporting project and business objectives.
• Conduct supplier visits and capability reviews documenting findings and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Support localisation and sustainability initiatives aligned with Smiths Group strategy.
• Manage supplier risk files including identifying and addressing component obsolescence or end-of-life concerns.
• Collaborate with global and regional category managers to ensure supplier agreements meet Smiths standards and objectives.
• Support process improvements and cost-saving initiatives within procurement and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

Successful candidate :

• Experience in procurement or supply chain within a manufacturing / engineering environment (mechanical electronic or electro-mechanical preferred) - ideally Defence or Aerospace.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proven skills in supplier evaluation quotation analysis and negotiation.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and organisational abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills working effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint); experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an advantage.
• A proactive self-motivated approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to supplier sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Business Supply Chain or Engineering.
• Experience working on project-based or new product introduction (NPI) procurement.
• Knowledge of sustainability and supplier localisation principles.
• Familiarity with ISO standards or supplier audit processes.
• Multilingual or international experience.

Additional Information :

We offer

Join us and well help build your career with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business both locally and globally. Youll experience an inclusive environment with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. Youll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing financial andlifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin economic status disability age or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics where we celebrate support and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation including but not limited to interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our careers website ( Careers - Smiths Group plc)

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Contract

Key Skills

Abinitio,Editorial,Account Management,Drafting,Android Development,Brokerage

Department / Functional Area

Operations

Experience

years

Vacancy

1