Strategic Procurement Buyer – Tech & Defense

NIF; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension contribution match up to 10%

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

TEKEVER is hiring a Buyer in the United Kingdom to own purchasing for materials and services, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to meet production needs.

The role focuses on cost, quality and delivery performance, with opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid working with UK sites is available, and prior procurement or supply chain experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, sourcing or supply chain.
• Previous experience of ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of supply chain risk and prioritisation in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage and expedite open orders to meet business and production schedules.
• Own and develop supplier relationships, monitor performance and resolve supply or delivery issues.
• Source and issue RFQs, negotiating price, lead time and terms to secure best value.
• Conduct due diligence on new and existing suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and ensure procurement processes are followed.
• Work closely with accounts payable, inventory and warehousing/logistics.
• Identify opportunities to improve cost, quality and delivery performance.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Supply chain

ERP/MRP

Prioritisation

Problem solving

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

TEKEVER is hiring a Buyer in the United Kingdom to own purchasing for materials and services, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to meet production needs.

The role focuses on cost, quality and delivery performance, with opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Hybrid working with UK sites is available, and prior procurement or supply chain experience is valued.