Senior Buyer: Global Electronics Sourcing & NPI

Eaton Group; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career progression

Learning & development focus

Job summary

Eaton Group is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage strategic sourcing for electronic components, build supplier relationships, and drive cost savings. You will negotiate terms, ensure supply continuity, and support NPI and engineering needs within a global, process-driven environment.

You will lead procurement activities, monitor market dynamics, and continuously improve supplier performance while adhering to company policies.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics.
• CIPS Level 4 or above or working towards qualification.
• Relevant qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Source electronic components and manage supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery terms.
• Ensure continuity of supply and mitigate component shortages.
• Drive cost reduction and inventory optimisation initiatives.
• Monitor market conditions, lead times, and component availability.
• Evaluate and improve supplier performance.
• Support new product introductions and engineering requirements.
• Resolve supply, quality, and delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement data within ERP/MRP systems.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procurement procedures.

Skills

Electronic component sourcing

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation and influencing skills

Cost reduction and commercial aware­

Inventory planning and control

Supply chain risk management

Analytical and problem solving

ERP/MRP systems proficiency

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Inventory management and demand, SCM

Procurement tools proficiency

Education

GCSEs English and Maths

CIPS Level 4 or above

Supply Chain/Procurement related qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

Eaton Group is seeking a Senior Buyer to manage strategic sourcing for electronic components, build supplier relationships, and drive cost savings. You will negotiate terms, ensure supply continuity, and support NPI and engineering needs within a global, process-driven environment.

You will lead procurement activities, monitor market dynamics, and continuously improve supplier performance while adhering to company policies.