Technical Buyer/Estimator

NES Fircroft; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Technical Buyer/Estimator in Scunthorpe. The role involves managing procurement, building supplier relationships, and contributing to cost estimations. The ideal candidate will have experience in technical procurement, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities for career development are available within a supportive team.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Globally respected company

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Prior experience in technical procurement or estimating.
• Good commercial awareness.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Raising and managing purchase orders from engineering drawings.
• Supporting sales in preparing cost estimates for new enquiries.
• Maintaining positive communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Negotiating prices

Strong supplier negotiation skills

Communication abilities

Ability to read mechanical drawings

SAP proficiency

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office tools

Job description

Technical Buyer / Estimator
Location: Scunthorpe
Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Technical Buyer or Estimator looking to join a forward-thinking engineering business with a strong UK and international footprint?
Our client — a global leader in industrial engineering and manufacturing solutions — is looking to hire a Technical Buyer/Estimator to join their team in Scunthorpe.
You’ll play a critical role in supporting project delivery by managing the procurement of materials and services, building strong supplier relationships, and contributing to cost estimations for incoming enquiries.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Raising and managing purchase orders from engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Negotiating prices and lead times with suppliers across materials and services.
• Ensuring that all procurement aligns with project budgets and timelines.
• Supporting sales and operations teams in preparing cost estimates for new enquiries.
• Maintaining open and positive communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Occasionally visiting suppliers or other UK sites (approx. once per month).

What We’re Looking For
Prior experience in technical procurement or estimating.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and work with bills of materials (BOMs).
Good commercial awareness and strong supplier negotiation skills.
Understanding of heavy fabrication materials and manufacturing processes.
Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office tools.
Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
Full UK driving licence (essential).
Awareness of international working cultures is a bonus.

What You’ll Bring

• A solutions-focused mindset with the ability to juggle priorities.
• Passion for detail and accuracy in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• A collaborative and adaptable approach to teamworking and communication.

Why Apply?

• Join a business that is globally respected and locally rooted.
• Be part of a skilled and supportive team driving engineering excellence.
• Opportunities for career development and broader exposure across UK sites.
• Play a pivotal role in improving efficiency, delivery, and customer satisfaction.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.