Senior Defence Buyer | Hybrid | SC Eligible | Cost Reductions

Matchtech; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Defence organisation is looking for an experienced Senior Buyer based in Marlow. The role involves managing high-value categories, driving supplier performance, and ensuring the supply of materials for complex defence projects. Candidates should have extensive procurement experience in the defence sector and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for 2-3 days on-site per week.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in procurement or purchasing within a defence or aerospace environment.
• Proven track record in supplier relationship management and cost reduction.
• Strong understanding of MRP systems and commodity management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proactive self-starter able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for assigned commodities.
• Deliver year-on-year cost savings and productivity improvements.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts.
• Oversee supplier quality and delivery performance.
• Support bid and new product introduction activities.
• Work with engineering and operations to optimise designs.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Mediated cost reductions

Stakeholder management

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

A leading Defence organisation is looking for an experienced Senior Buyer based in Marlow. The role involves managing high-value categories, driving supplier performance, and ensuring the supply of materials for complex defence projects. Candidates should have extensive procurement experience in the defence sector and strong negotiation skills. This position offers a hybrid working model, allowing for 2-3 days on-site per week.