Senior Buyer

SPX; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Buyer on a fixed-term contract to join their team in Bristol. The role involves supporting the Purchasing Manager, managing procurement projects, and enhancing cost efficiencies while collaborating closely with engineering teams. Candidates should have substantial buying experience and a strong technical background in mechanical and electrical domains. The position offers a hybrid working model, focused on driving cost savings and supplier engagement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a buyer, preferably in electronics.
• Ability to guide technical decisions effectively.
• Experience in project management and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Deputise for the Purchasing Manager and support daily activities.
• Lead cost reduction and New Product Introduction projects.
• Manage procurement KPIs using the IFS system.
• Build strong supplier relationships to identify sourcing opportunities.

Skills

Technical knowledge in mechanical and electrical fields

Supplier relationship management

Cost reduction strategies

Tools

ERP systems (IFS)

Job description

Senior Buyer – Fixed Term Contract (12 months)

Location : Bristol (Hybrid : Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) 8am to 4pm Mon to Thu, 8am to 3.30pm Fri

SPX Radiodetection is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Buyer to join our Bristol team on a fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting our Purchasing Manager Group Supply Chain Manager and procurement team, helping to drive cost savings, manage projects, and contribute to the development of new products.

What you’ll do :

• Deputise for the Purchasing Manager Group Supply Chain Manager when required and support daily departmental activities.
• Lead and contribute to cost reduction initiatives and New Product Introduction projects.
• Work closely with engineers to guide technical decisions, leveraging your mechanical and electrical expertise.
• Manage projects and Continuous Improvement activities to enhance operational efficiency.
• Use our ERP system (IFS) and other tools to monitor forecasts, stock levels, and procurement KPIs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities.
• Help optimise existing product costs and support strategic supplier engagement.

Who we’re looking for :

• Experienced buyer with rounded technical knowledge – ideally both mechanical and electrical, with a focus on electronics.
• Strong technical understanding to support en...