Sourcing Specialist​/Buyer

NES Fircroft is hiring a Buyer on a temporary contract (7 Month Maternity Cover).

Location: Nailsea
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8AM - 4PM (flexible start) | 1 day WFH available.

NES Fircroft is looking for a Sourcing Specialist with 2+ years' experience in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, or a technical engineering environment. This is a hands‑on procurement role suited to someone who is process‑driven, proactive, and confident managing supplier relationships.

• Negotiate cost and delivery terms with suppliers
• Place and manage purchase orders (POs)
• Resolve delivery issues and schedule changes
• Maintain ERP system for accurate planning
• Support cost and lead time reduction initiatives
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and commodity buyers
• Participate in supplier performance reviews
• Lead or contribute to small procurement projects

• Strong communication and supplier management skills
• Able to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment
• Technical background in electrical or engineering fields is a plus
• Oracle is beneficial
• UK RTW is essential

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.

We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.