Senior Buyer
Job in
Crawley, West Sussex, RH11, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-16
Listing for:
Matchtech
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-16
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination, Inventory Control & Analysis
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Proven experience purchasing electronic components within a manufacturing environment is essential.
A leading high voltage electronics manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Senior Buyer on a full-time, permanent basis in Pulborough, West Sussex.
Role
- Senior Buyer
Type
- Permanent
Location
- Pulborough, West Sussex
Salary - £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits
Key responsibilities for the Senior Buyer will include and will not be limited to:
- Manage the purchasing process from supplier quote through to order placement and delivery
- Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, cost and delivery targets are met
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms and supply agreements
- Monitor supplier performance and lead regular review meetings
- Work closely with Planning to ensure materials are available to meet production demand
- Resolve supply issues, shortages and delivery risks
- Identify and manage supply chain risks to maintain continuity of supply
- Keep supplier, pricing and purchasing data up to date within the ERP system
- Visit suppliers across the UK and Europe when required (typically once per month)
Key skills and experience required for Senior Buyer job applicant and will not be limited to:
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems in a manufacturing environment
- Previous experience purchasing PCBAs.
- Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness
- Proven ability to build and manage supplier relationships
- Experience delivering cost-saving and supplier improvement projects
- Understanding of supplier quality standards and engineering change processes
- Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills, with the ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
- Willingness to travel for supplier meetings across the UK and Europe
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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