Technical Buyer (Engineering Sector)

ATA Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions company in the UK seeks a Technical Buyer to manage procurement for projects in the engineering sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to interpret technical specifications. This role offers a competitive salary of up to GBP45k, flexible hours, and several benefits including company pension and private healthcare options.

Benefits

Annual profit-related bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension plan

Private medical healthcare (optional)

Future progression opportunities

Flexible working hours

Half day on Friday

Qualifications

• Proven background in procurement or buying in engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience managing international logistics, imports, or exports is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Source materials and components for bespoke engineered machinery.
• Negotiate with suppliers and raise purchase orders.
• Track supplier performance and address quality issues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication abilities

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems

Strong Excel skills

Organizational skills

Education

Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification (ONC or equivalent)

Tools

SAP Business One

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Buyer (Engineering Sector) Nottinghamshire

Salary: Up to GBP45,000 (DOE) + Bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, flexible start/finish times with early finish on Friday

Benefits: 25 Days + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Private Healthcare Option, Life Assurance

The Company

Our client is a trusted name in delivering tailored mechanical engineering solutions, they are known for designing and manufacturing robust, long-lasting products and machinery that stand the test of time. Their success has been built on a foundation of engineering excellence, customer commitment, and a team of dedicated specialists who take pride in doing things right.

With a strong pipeline of new projects and exciting growth plans, the business is investing in its people and actively promoting from within. To support this expansion, they re now seeking an Technical Buyer to strengthen their team and play a key role in driving projects forward.

The Role

As the Technical Buyer, you ll take ownership of all procurement activity across the engineering and manufacturing functions. Working closely with Project Managers, Design Engineers, and Production, you ll ensure every project has the materials, components, and services needed on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

You ll have real influence in this position, managing relationships with suppliers worldwide and supporting multiple live projects simultaneously. The Technical Buyer will play a central role in linking technical understanding with commercial decision-making, ensuring all engineering requirements are fully me

Key Responsibilities

• Source a variety of materials, components, equipment, and services for bespoke engineered machinery
• Interpret technical drawings and BOMs to ensure accurate purchasing
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with UK and international suppliers
• Raise purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records within SAP Business One
• Coordinate import logistics and documentation for overseas shipments
• Support up to 10 concurrent projects, managing a total annual spend of up to GBP3 million
• Track supplier performance and address delivery or quality issues proactively
• Identify and deliver cost‑saving and continuous improvement opportunities across the supply chain

The Candidate

We re looking for a highly organised, confident, and commercially minded professional who thrives on taking ownership. You ll be the go-to procurement specialist for your projects empowered to make decisions, build supplier partnerships, and help keep complex engineering programmes running smoothly. The ideal Technical Buyer will have a passion for engineering detail and the ability to translate technical requirements into effective purchasing solutions.

Experience & Skills

• Proven background in procurement or buying within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities
• Proficient with MRP/ERP systems (SAP Business One experience ideal)
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification (ONC or equivalent)
• Experience managing international logistics, imports, or exports is advantageous

The Benefits

• Competitive salary up to GBP45k DOE
• Annual Profit‑related bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension plan
• Private medical healthcare (optional)
• Future progression opportunities within the business
• Flexible working hours
• Half day on Friday

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Technical Buyer looking for a fresh challenge in a growing and forward‑thinking business, we want to hear from you!

Please send your CV to Matt Taylor at (url removed) or give me a call on (phone number removed).

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.