Senior Buyer - V04343

JR United Kingdom; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global defense firm seeks a Senior Buyer to oversee procurement activities for major manufacturing equipment projects. The ideal candidate will manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings. This role offers an opportunity to impact projects across the Samlesbury and Warton sites with a focus on innovation and strategic efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of procurement experience required.
• Strong understanding of contract law and commercial terms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement for capital equipment and manufacturing infrastructure.
• Prepare RFPs and lead competitive tenders.
• Draft and negotiate contracts.

Skills

Procurement

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication

Process Improvement

Education

CIPS Accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

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Senior Buyer - V04343, blackburn, lancashire

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Client:

Outsource UK lTD

Location:

blackburn, lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

10.07.2025

Expiry Date:

24.08.2025

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Job Description:

Senior Buyer - Defence
12 months
Based: Samlesbury – onsite up to 3 days per week
Hourly Rate: £29.00 Paye or £38.97 Umbrella inside IR35
37 Hours per week
Overview
As part of the Infrastructure Category Team, you'll take ownership of end-to-end procurement for major Manufacturing Equipment projects across our Samlesbury and Warton sites
Skills

• A strong background in procurement or supply chain, ideally with experience in manufacturing equipment or construction categories
• Solid understanding of contract law and commercial terms, with strong negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills at all levels
• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, project-driven environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and Word
• Ideally, 5+ years of procurement experience, and CIPS accreditation

The Job

• Leading procurement activity for capital equipment and manufacturing infrastructure
• Developing and executing strategic procurement and contracting plans
• Preparing RFPs and pre-qualification documents, and leading competitive tenders
• Collaborating with internal SMEs and stakeholders to assess bids and select suppliers
• Drafting and negotiating robust, commercially sound contracts
• Delivering cost savings and value through effective supplier management
• Visiting supplier sites and evaluating capabilities where required
• Continuously seeking process improvements and innovation

If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Levi Jackson on 0161 694 9192 for more information.
About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They're experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.
Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.

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