Proven experience purchasing electronic components within an electronics manufacturing or contract electronics manufacturing (CEM) environment. A leading contract electronics manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Administrator / Buyer or Purchasing Lead / Manager on a full-time, permanent basis in the Buckinghamshire area. Role - Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager Type - Permanent Location - Buckinghamshire area Key responsibilities for the Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager will include and will not be limited to: Raise, place and manage purchase orders for electronic components and associated materials Manage day-to-day supplier communications and maintain strong relationships with UK/European electronics distributors Monitor deliveries, manage shortages and expedite critical components to protect production schedules Maintain stock availability through effective inventory management and lead time control Support cost reduction activities, supplier negotiations and procurement reporting Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, escalating issues proactively to internal stakeholders (Lead/Manager level) Take ownership of the purchasing function, develop/improve purchasing processes and support succession planning/transitionKey skills and experience required for Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager job applicant and will not be limited to: Background in electronics manufacturing, ideally within a contract electronics manufacturing (CEM) setting Demonstrable experience buying electronic components. Familiarity with electronics distributors Strong supplier management skills with the ability to drive delivery performance and responsiveness Commercial awareness, with exposure to negotiation, cost control and reporting (level dependent) Comfortable working predominantly on-site during the initial probation/onboarding period, with potential hybrid flexibility post-probation where operationally suitable Leadership capability for senior hires, including process improvement and mentoring/supporting others (where applicable) To apply for this Purchasing Administrator/Buyer/Procurement Coordinator/Purchasing Assistant/Supply Chain Coordinator/Junior Buyer/Purchasing Lead/Purchasing Manager/Senior Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK