Senior Engineering Buyer – Defence, 4-Day Week Hybrid

ARM; England; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition consultancy is seeking a Senior Engineering Buyer in Bedford on a permanent basis. This role involves undertaking the procurement process, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures. Candidates should have proven experience in procurement, especially within the Defence Sector. The position offers a competitive salary of £58,000, a 4-day working week, and hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Engineering Buyer.
• Purchasing experience within the Defence Sector is preferred.
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the procurement process including issuing RFQs.
• Negotiate with suppliers to ensure best-value is achieved.
• Manage supplier performance to meet Technical, Schedule, Quality and Cost requirements.

Skills

Procurement process

Supplier negotiation

Stakeholder relationship management

Compliance knowledge

Technical understanding of engineering

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

A leading talent acquisition consultancy is seeking a Senior Engineering Buyer in Bedford on a permanent basis. This role involves undertaking the procurement process, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with internal procedures. Candidates should have proven experience in procurement, especially within the Defence Sector. The position offers a competitive salary of £58,000, a 4-day working week, and hybrid working options.