Technical Buyer

Talent Engineering; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Lake District is seeking a Technical Buyer to oversee the procurement process. This role includes key responsibilities such as supplier management, negotiation, and procurement execution. The ideal candidate should have a professional qualification in Supply Chain Management, proven experience in purchasing within an engineering context, and be adept in using ERP systems. Offering a 4-day working week with 1 day working from home, this position is perfect for someone who excels in a dynamic, team-focused environment.

Benefits

4 day working week

Option for working from home

Qualifications

• Professional qualification or degree in Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Proven experience as a buyer and ability to work with ERP systems.
• Experience in a global industry role is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Review technical drawings and specifications.
• Find and evaluate suppliers to maintain relationships.
• Manage day-to-day ordering to meet MRP demand.
• Lead price and contract negotiations.
• Create and manage purchase orders for compliance.
• Understand customer project requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with internal teams for project needs.
• Resolve issues related to materials.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Technical understanding

Education

Professional Supply Chain Management Qualification

Degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Tools

ERP Systems (specifically MRP)

Job description

Technical Buyer

Manufacturing/ Engineering

Lake District

4 day working week ( 1 day from home )

Summary

As a Technical buyer you will play a vital role in the procurement process by sourcing materials, goods, and services to meet the company's operational needs. Responsibilities will include supplier management, negotiation, purchasing, and supply chain optimisation.

Duties and responsibilities

• Technical interpretation: Review and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Supplier management: Find, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, capability, and reliability. Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships.
• Procurement: Managing the day to day ordering, ensuring goods arrive on time to meet MRP demand.
• Negotiation: Lead price and contract negotiations to secure favourable terms, costs, and delivery schedules.
• Procurement execution: Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Project Management: Understand customer project requirements.
• Cost and risk management: Identify cost‑saving opportunities, manage inventory levels, and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams like Engineering, Quality and Production to understand project needs and resolve queries.
• Problem‑solving: Address and resolve any issues related to material quality, price, or delivery.

Qualifications

Professional Supply Chain Management Qualification, or Degree educated or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Experience

• Proven experience as a buyer.
• Experience required of working with an ERP system, specifically MRP
• Experience in a similar global industry role (ideal but not essential)

Additional skills and requirements

• Proven experience in Technical Purchasing in an Engineering/Manufacturing business
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical skills to evaluate data, costs, and identify opportunities.
• Technical aptitude, including the ability to understand engineering designs/specifications.
• Organisational skills to manage multiple tasks, projects, and a large volume of data.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and systems.