Senior Buyer

JR United Kingdom; Slough; 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 manage global sourcing of critical components. This role demands strong negotiation skills and experience in international procurement, especially from China. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering or supply chain and be situated within 40 minutes of Knutsford. The position offers significant responsibility and autonomy without corporate red tape.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Autonomy in decision making

Qualifications

• Proven experience in international procurement, especially from China.
• Ability to negotiate effectively and reduce costs.
• Experience in sectors such as oil & gas, valves, or exotic materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of precision-machined parts from global suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts to secure best value while maintaining quality.
• Influence long-term procurement strategy.

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