Technical Buyer

Overview

Role:
Technical Buyer.

Location:

Sandy, Bedfordshire.

Hours:

Monday to Friday (Full-Time in office). Salary: £45,000 - £48,000.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Buyer to join a growing manufacturing business. The successful candidate will source, negotiate, and purchase technical materials, engineered components, and services to support production and engineering projects, while ensuring cost-effective procurement, quality standards, compliance, and on-time delivery.

Work closely with engineering, production, quality, and group companies to support procurement activities and supplier management.

• Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services from approved suppliers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accurate purchasing.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms to achieve best value.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement.
• Liaise with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure purchased items meet technical and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with group companies to secure volume pricing across high-spend material categories.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, including supplier performance, pricing, lead times, and inventory data.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier optimisation, value engineering, and alternative sourcing.
• Resolve supply chain issues, including delivery delays, quality concerns, and specification discrepancies.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) by sourcing prototype materials and coordinating supplier involvement.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, industry standards, and health and safety regulations.
• Undertake any additional duties relevant to the role as required.

• What we would like from you:
• Experience as an Engineering Buyer or Technical Buyer within manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics, or similar engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering materials, and supply chain principles.
• Proven experience negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and procurement software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, and quality departments.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.

• Preferred qualifications:
• Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• CIPS qualification (or currently working towards).
• Experience of strategic sourcing, project-based procurement, or working with global suppliers.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and relevant industry regulations.

• Annual Bonus based on Company Performance
• 22 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 26 days with service)
• Life Assurance
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Pension Scheme
• Workwear Provided
• Staff Meals & Company Events
• Potential for hybrid working once passed probation