The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing
Job Summary
The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing.
Key responsibilities include developing strategic supplier relationships, leading sourcing activities, negotiating contracts, and driving supplier improvement programs.
Benefits include a salary sacrifice-led pension plan, free life assurance, 25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays, and a comprehensive wellbeing programme.
Matching Summary
The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
sourcing strategy development
supplier performance management
material shortage resolution
electro-mechanical manufacturing procurement
ERP/MRP systems proficiency
reading engineering drawings and BOMs
Nice-to-have
data-driven decision making
new product development sourcing
defence procurement experience
security-controlled environments
Key Requirements
5+ years experience in procurement
CIPS Level 3+ or working towards accreditation
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 quality frameworks