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Senior Buyer

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About the Role

An established and growing engineering-focused organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Buyer to join its Supply Chain team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded procurement professional to take ownership of purchasing activities while supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. You’ll play a key role in ensuring efficient, cost-effective procurement across a complex manufacturing environment.

Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Projects, Operations and Finance, you’ll help deliver high-quality sourcing solutions that support ongoing business growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate day-to-day purchasing activities across the buying team
  • Support the development and execution of procurement strategies
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective sourcing solutions
  • Identify, evaluate and onboard new suppliers
  • Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial terms
  • Monitor supplier performance, ensuring quality, cost and delivery targets are met
  • Use MRP systems to manage demand planning and purchasing activity
  • Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives
  • Maintain accurate procurement data, contracts and supplier records
  • Stay informed on market trends and supply chain risks

About You

  • Proven experience in a Senior Buyer or similar Procurement role within manufacturing or engineering
  • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
  • Confident managing supplier relationships and performance
  • Experience using MRP/ERP systems
  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to influence procurement strategy and supplier performance
  • Exposure to international supply chains and projects
  • Supportive, team-oriented working environment
  • Long-term career development opportunities