Technical Buyer

Bekaert; Dundee; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bekaert in the UK is seeking a procurement professional to lead supplier selection, quotations, and purchasing for our projects. You will manage RFQs, purchase orders, and vendor assessments to meet quality and compliance standards across international suppliers.

You will collaborate with project teams to resolve delivery and performance issues, negotiate terms, and set up purchasing agreements with key vendors. A CIPS qualification and 5+ years in a similar role are preferred.

Qualifications

• CIPS Qualification
• Machining knowledge
• Castings knowledge
• Forgings knowledge
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Excellent interpersonal communication
• Ability to work under pressure
• Well organised

Responsibilities

• Input to bidding process and obtain quotations to meet customer specs and standards.
• Collaborate with clients and suppliers to determine procurement specifications.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers, clients and Bekaert.
• Procurement of designed and bought-in products to meet contractual requirements.
• Identify and qualify new suppliers.
• Set up purchasing agreements with key suppliers; conduct supplier audits.
• Coordinate with project teams on schedule issues and assist in resolving late deliveries and quality issues.
• Ensure suppliers adhere to Flintstone and Bekaert policies including quality, HSE and ethics.
• Expedite orders as required.

Skills

CIPS Qualification

Machining knowledge

Castings knowledge

Forgings knowledge

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal communication

Under pressure

Organised

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!

Purpose and Mission

To provide procurement implementation and control, raising Request for Quotations, Purchase Orders and Comparison Tables and to ensure selection of appropriate suppliers for projects in line with company policies. To source new vendors. To monitor current vendors on the Approved Vendor List.

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Input to bidding process, obtaining quotations for company designed and bought in products to meet customer specifications, specific industry standards and local and international requirements.
• Working with clients and suppliers to determine procurement specifications.
• Agreeing terms and conditions with suppliers, clients and Bekaert including flow downs from clients and end users.
• Procurement of Flintstone designed and bought in products to meet contractual requirements and local and international requirements.
• Identifying and qualifying new suppliers.
• Setting up purchasing agreements with key suppliers. Visiting existing and potential suppliers and carrying out vendor assessments and audits.
• Liaising with project teams on schedule issues and assisting in finding solutions to late delivery and quality non-conformance.
• Ensuring all suppliers adhere to all Flintstone and Bekaert policies including quality, HSE and business ethics.
• Expediting.

Qualifications & Experience

Requirements of the job

• CIPS Qualification
• Minimum 5 years in a similar position.

Essential Specific skills/knowledge needed

• Basic understanding of machining, castings and forgings
• Microsoft Office Suite of products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMs and Project
• Excellent interpersonal communication both oral and written
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Well organised

Desirable Specific skills/knowledge needed

• Auditor Qualification

Be bold and take the leap!

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!
At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers