Sourcing Specialist​/Buyer

Position: Sourcing Specialist / Buyer
Location: West Hill

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’s process-driven, proactive, and confident managing supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

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

Ideal Candidate:
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