Technical Buyer (Engineering/CIPS)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading British manufacturer in East Midlands is seeking a CIPS-qualified Technical Buyer to plan and procure materials, ensuring on-time delivery. This role involves negotiating with suppliers, building relationships, and monitoring performance. The successful candidate will join a company with over 100 years of expertise in electrical components, offering competitive salary and benefits including an OTD Bonus Scheme and enhanced holidays.

Benefits

OTD Bonus Scheme

Health Cash Plan

Cycle to Work

Enhanced Holidays

Early Finish Fridays

Qualifications

• CIPS-qualified Technical Buyer with a background in Engineering, Manufacturing or similar.
• Commutable to Leicester.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure materials for production, minimising inventory.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance concerning quality and cost.

Skills

CIPS qualification

Negotiation with suppliers

Supplier relationship management

Cost savings strategies

Job description

Technical Buyer (Engineering/CIPS)

42,000- 45,000 + OTD Bonus Scheme + Health Cash Plan + Cycle to Work + Enhanced Holidays + Early Finish Fridays

Leicester

Are you a CIPS-qualified Technical Buyer with a background in Engineering, Manufacturing or a similar industry, looking to join a long-established British market leader with global reach, offering a half-day Friday and an OTD Bonus Scheme?

Join a growing British manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in high-power electrical components. With a long-standing commitment to quality, innovation and continuous improvement, they have successfully navigated every major economic challenge of the last century to become the UK's leading manufacturer of resistors and loadbanks.

In this role, you will plan and procure materials to meet project requirements, ensuring on-time delivery. You will negotiate with suppliers, maintain strong supplier relationships, drive cost savings and support continuous improvement within the procurement function, reporting directly to the Purchasing Manager.

This position would suit a CIPS-qualified Technical Buyer, or similar, looking to join a nationally recognised leader in the electrical engineering industry with international reach.

The Role

• Plan and procure materials for production, minimising inventory and ensuring cost-effective purchasing
• Source and negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
• Identify new suppliers and negotiate commercial terms, including rebates and discount structures
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure long-term performance
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues relating to quality, delivery and cost
• Review engineering drawings and technical documentation to support procurement decisions
• Ensure compliance with ISO9001 procedures and company policies
• Hours: Monday-Thursday 07:30-16:15, Friday 07:30-12:30 (38 hours per week)

The Person

• CIPS-qualified Technical Buyer with a background in Engineering, Manufacturing or similar
• Commutable to Leicester

Reference: BBBH22705A

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will depend on experience, qualifications, and skill set.