Senior Buyer

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage sourcing critical components internationally. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to maintain quality and delivery standards. Ideal candidates should have procurement experience primarily in China, a degree in engineering or supply chain, and be open to occasional overseas travel. This position offers high responsibility in a low-bureaucracy environment.

Benefits

Career development in a fast-moving manufacturing environment

High responsibility, low bureaucracy

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in oil & gas, valves, or exotic materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement of precision-machined parts from global suppliers.
• Negotiate hard and build resilient supply chains.
• Maintain quality and delivery standards while securing best value.

Skills

International procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Supply chain management

ERP/MRP systems understanding

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