Technical Buyer

Morgan McKinley; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Morgan McKinley in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Buyer to join a growing engineering/manufacturing team on a permanent basis. The role focuses on sourcing and purchasing components and materials to support multiple projects.

You will manage supplier contracts, drive cost reductions, and build relationships with key stakeholders, with a path to leadership. Hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct buying within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage procurement processes end-to-end.
• Proven ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Source and purchase components, materials and subcontractor services for engineering projects.
• Manage supplier contracts, reviews and negotiations to drive cost reductions.
• Produce KPI and operational reports to support procurement performance.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, delivery and quality.

Skills

Direct buying experience

Procurement process management

Stakeholder management

Cost reduction

Education

CIPS qualification

Job description

Technical Buyer Opportunity In Milton Keynes. Up To £55,000 per annum plus benefits. Hybrid

An innovative, rapidly growing and well respected brand in Milton Keynes have a requirement for a Senior Buyer to join their direct team on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role as a result of expansion and has a clear progression and development path into a leadership capacity.

Why you will enjoy working here:

The business operate within a sector where you make a difference, not just to their clients but on a larger scale, positively impacting the environment and global sustainability. The 'make a difference' vibe bleeds through the business from the top down which has created an incredible working environment, culture and value driven ethos. You will be treated like an adult with autonomy, but also the chance to professionally develop and grow. Further you will have flexibility and the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis.

What are the key responsibilities?

The Senior Direct Buyer will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing of components, materials and solutions to support a wide range of engineering projects. You will:

• Managing supplier contracts, reviews and negotiations, driving cost efficient solutions and reductions where possible
• Manage the procurement of raw materials, components and subcontractor services
• Produce KPI and operational reports to support the procurement process and departmental performance
• Partner engineering and technical teams to ensure materials are aligned with requirements and inventory control policies
• Manage supplier performance and relationships, including lead times, delivery and product qualityResolve any issues relating to supply and sourcing new suppliers where required
• Management of budget and departmental spend
• Ad hoc reporting and analysis when required

To be considered for the position of Technical Buyer, applicants will need to:

• Have experience of working within a direct buying position within an Engineering or manufacturing environment
• Extensive experience in sourcing direct materials and demonstrate the ability to manage and maintain effective procurement processes
• Ideally holds a CIPS qualification
• Be able to demonstrate experience of building and managing business relationships with key stakeholders
• Demonstrate a high level of commercial acumen and gravitas to challenge key stakeholders across the project and engineering teams