Strategic Buyer for Engineering & Manufacturing

Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm based in East Midlands is seeking an experienced Buyer to support procurement across production and fabrication departments. In this role, you will source materials and manage supplier relationships to ensure the quality and cost-effectiveness of procurement activities. The ideal candidate has a background in purchasing within manufacturing or engineering, possesses strong negotiation skills, and is committed to quality standards. This position offers an opportunity for impactful contributions to ongoing engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing or procurement within manufacturing or engineering.
• Ability to read and understand technical specifications.
• Effective communication skills across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase materials for production needs.
• Evaluate and manage suppliers based on performance.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation.
• Support cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Supplier management

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

A well-established engineering firm based in East Midlands is seeking an experienced Buyer to support procurement across production and fabrication departments. In this role, you will source materials and manage supplier relationships to ensure the quality and cost-effectiveness of procurement activities. The ideal candidate has a background in purchasing within manufacturing or engineering, possesses strong negotiation skills, and is committed to quality standards. This position offers an opportunity for impactful contributions to ongoing engineering projects.