Senior Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the oil, gas, and precision engineering sector is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead the procurement of critical components from global suppliers. This role demands strong negotiation skills and experience in international markets, particularly China. The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree and experience in oil & gas sectors. Offering competitive salary up to £60k plus benefits.

Benefits

Career development in a fast-moving manufacturing environment

Low bureaucracy in decision making

Qualifications

• Proven international procurement experience, particularly in China.
• Solid understanding of ERP/MRP systems and sourcing precision-machined components.
• Willingness to travel occasionally and based within 40 minutes of Knutsford.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of precision-machined parts.
• Negotiate with global suppliers to secure best value.
• Influence long-term procurement strategy with autonomy.

Skills

International procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Understanding of ERP/MRP systems

Sourcing precision-machined components

Education

Degree in engineering, supply chain or similar

Job description

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Senior Buyer - International Markets - to 60k + Benefits

A leading manufacturer in the oil, gas, and precision engineering sector is looking for a Senior Buyer to take charge of sourcing critical components from global suppliers. This is a high-impact role where your ability to negotiate hard, build resilient supply chains, and reduce costs will directly shape business performance.

You'll lead the procurement of precision-machined parts, working across international markets to secure the best value while maintaining quality and delivery standards. This role offers real autonomy and the chance to influence long-term procurement strategy without corporate red tape.

What you’ll need:

- Thorough International procurement experience – predominantly China

- Solid understanding of ERP/MRP systems

- Experience sourcing precision-machined components

- Based within 40 minutes of Knutsford and open to occasional overseas travel

- A degree in engineering, supply chain or similar

- Experience in oil & gas, valves, or exotic materials

What’s on offer?

High responsibility, low bureaucracy

Career development in a fast-moving manufacturing environment

If you're a sharp negotiator with a strategic mindset and strong global sourcing experience - I want to hear from you