Engineering Buyer

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A key role within the Supply Chain function, ensuring on-time, cost-effective, and high-quality delivery of products. The Buyer manages the end-to-end procurement cycle, supplier performance, and procurement metrics.

• Manage approved suppliers and implement optimal commercial solutions.
• Negotiate and oversee Service Level Agreements (OTIF, cost, inventory, lead times, payment terms).
• Lead and develop buyers, managing objectives, capacity, and performance.
• Track procurement metrics (orders, returns, invoices) and drive supplier improvements.
• Collaborate with planning and cross‑functional teams to address material availability and forecast changes.
• Participate in supplier assessments, rationalisation, and open‑book pricing initiatives.
• Ensure accurate part details, costs, and lead times in the ERP system.
• Resolve purchase price variances and act as escalation point for supplier issues.

• Technical qualification (HNC/HND or Degree) preferred.

• Strong relationship‑building and negotiation skills.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities.
• MRP system knowledge (JD Edwards E1, SAP, Oracle).
• Able to manage competing priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Clear, concise communicator with experience in engineering/production environments.

Mid‑Senior level

Contract

Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

Engineering Services and Manufacturing