Buyer

Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their growing team whereyou will play a key role in establishing new supply chain relationships and building on existing ones. You will also have responsibility for sourcing materials and services effectively, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within or under budget, while managing supplier price and lead time negotiations.

Main Duties:

• Liaise and support the tendering process during the enquiry phase of projects by securing supplier quotes and lead times.
• Proactively manage supplier relationships to continually identify savings and opportunities for business improvement.
• Monitor and investigate new products and sources of supply, focusing on quality, price, and lead time.
• Collaborate with the Engineering team and Project Managers to review Bills of Materials (BoMs), request quotes for materials and services, and create purchase orders.
• Negotiate and place purchase orders with agreed suppliers, ensuring scheduled reporting and delivery promises are maintained, and communicate relevant information back to the project and engineering teams.
• Complete commercial checks of payment terms, delivery terms, and general Terms and Conditions to ensure alignment between the supplier and the client's requirements.
• Review and develop existing suppliers, negotiate contracts with new suppliers, and work closely with the Quality Manager to ensure standards are met.
• Identify potential cost savings across the business and streamline purchasing processes where necessary.
• Develop reporting mechanisms to monitor progress and performance in buying activities.

What we need from you

• A solid understanding of materials, equipment, and services within a commercial engineering environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ideally SAGE accounting systems.
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills, with the ability to adapt to a variety of negotiation styles.
• A high level of commercial awareness and a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to handle time-pressured situations.
• CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) qualification is preferred.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Cash Health Plan
• Private Medical Insurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Other Employee Benefits