Job Description
Opportunity for an experienced Engineering Buyer to join an established global manufacturer.
The Technical Buyer will work as part of a Purchasing Team and will be responsible for sourcing fabricated and machined parts from a UK Supply Base. The Technical Buyer must be able to read technical drawings, specifications and BOMs.
Responsibilities of the role will include:
* Manage the procurement process for the supply of fabricated and machined parts
* Negotiate with Suppliers to achieve the best pricing, delivery and quality
* Negotiate, execute and monitor contractual agreements with suppliers
* Build strong working relationships with Suppliers and work closely with them to ensure SLAs are achieved
* Source new Suppliers and carry out due diligence and negotiate terms
* Ensure all materials are delivered on-time
* Request RFQs for bid work
* Build relationships with Colleagues across the business
* Support Supplier Quality in Supplier-related non-conformance
Knowledge and experience required for the role:
* Experience working in a similar purchasing/Buyer role within a manufacturing engineering organisation
* Ability to read technical drawings and interpret BOMs
* Fantastic negotiation skills and can build strong working relationships with Suppliers and Colleagues
* Commercial and financial awareness
* Competent using ERP/MRP systems
* Can work on own initiative and prioritise workload
* Strong organisational and planning skills
This role will be an on-site role for the initial training period (up to 3 months) and will then be hybrid
To discuss in more detail please send your CV today…