Engineering Buyer Northampton Permanent £40,000 to £50,000 per annum (doe) Overview EMBS Engineering Ltd is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, located in Northampton, that is currently in the market for an Engineering Buyer to join their company on a permanent basis. This industry leader excels in precision engineering, delivering high-performance solutions across motorsport, automotive, electrification, defence, and marine sectors. With decades of expertise and a state-of-the-art facility, it provides innovative, compact, and high-performance products that prioritise innovation, efficiency and performance. What's in it for you? Stability / Longevity : Permanent Competitive salary : £40,000 - £50,000 per annum Hours : Days Benefits 35 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays the opportunity to increase after length of service Discretionary company bonus Excellent pension scheme - employer contributions of 10% initially, with the opportunity for this to rise up to 15% employer contribution Health and life assurance scheme Your responsibilities will include: As an Engineering Buyer, you will be responsible for: Managing procurement activities for precision-engineered components, ensuring cost, quality, and delivery objectives are met Developing and maintaining strong supplier relationships to ensure a reliable supply chain Negotiating pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to secure the best commercial outcomes Identifying and implementing cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance Monitoring supplier performance and addressing any issues related to delivery, quality, or cost Collaborating with internal departments, including engineering and production teams, to align procurement strategies with business goals Working with MRP/ERP systems to manage procurement processes efficiently Sourcing and purchasing technical components, including turned and milled parts to micron specifications Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and quality standards Identifying risks within the supply chain and implementing effective mitigation strategies Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate: Proven experience in supply chain purchasing/buying within precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environments Experience working within highly regulated industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, Motorsport, F1, Defence, Nuclear, Petrochemical, etc. Strong expertise in purchasing technical, turned, or milled components to micron specifications Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems with strong analytical, negotiation, and business management skills Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure, and maintain a high level of accuracy Strong leadership, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for supplier and stakeholder engagement If you are interested in the opportunity of Engineering Buyer and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our client’s growing team located in Northampton. About us EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role. Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates.