Technical Buyer

Turksbuffet; Huthwaite; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in Huthwaite seeks a procurement specialist to manage the purchasing process for engineering materials. The role requires collaboration with engineering teams, supplier negotiations, and compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have experience in engineering procurement and be adept at reading specifications and drawings. This position offers an opportunity to enhance operational efficiency while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering purchasing is essential.
• Competency in reading specifications and drawings required.
• Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for engineering materials.
• Collaborate with teams to determine procurement needs.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers.

Skills

Previous experience in similar role within an Engineering sector

Ability to read and understand British and International standards

Good knowledge of engineering and subcontract processes

ICT literacy

Attention to detail

Clear and persuasive communication

Negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Results-driven approach

Logical and systematic work style

Job description

Overview

Purchase goods, materials and commodities to ensure that production operational needs are met, taking into account price, quality, delivery lead times, supplier penalties and ensuring continuity of supply.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for engineering materials and services, ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to budget constraints.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to determine procurement needs, specifications, and timelines for various projects.
• Maintain and analyse supplier performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and optimizing supplier relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers, ensuring the best value for the company and compliance with quality standards.
• Verify that the Purchase order data is correct before release to supplier.
• Assist in the development and implementation of purchasing policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in forecasting demand to avoid stock shortages and excess inventory.
• Expediting purchase orders.
• Checking material offered against specification and drawing.
• Strong communication skills with internal key stakeholders.
• Supplier relationship management, negotiations and cost down activities.
• Supplier onsite and off-site visits.
• NCR management.
• Invoice process support.
• Ensure all department procedures are adhered to in relation to Materials and Sub-Con, develop a tracking log of actions to be made visible to the Logistics Manager. Any other duties that may be required to support the needs of the department or business.
• Handle purchase orders, invoices, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner in coordination with the finance department.
• Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and new technologies that may affect purchasing strategies and supplier choices.
• Always adhere to health and safety responsibilities
• Comply with policies and procedures Resolve any arising problems or complaints.

Skills And Experience

• Previous experience in similar role within an Engineering sector.
• The ability to read and understand British and International standards, customer specifications and drawings.
• Good knowledge of engineering and subcontract processes i.e. NDE, Materials, Machining etc.
• ICT literacy to deal with various technologies and programmes.
• Attention to detail to ensure high levels of quality.
• The ability to communicate clearly and persuasively with your team, managers and clients.
• The negotiation skills for getting materials within budget at the right time.
• The ability to work under pressure and multitask.
• A results-driven approach to work.
• The ability to work in a logical, systematic manner.
• An understanding of material grades would be an advantage.