Senior Buyer

Position: Senior Buyer (Contract)
Copello Global are recruiting for a leading defence organisation in Buckinghamshire is seeking an experienced Buyer to support its Electronics and Electrical (E&E) procurement activities. This role will play a key part in ensuring the timely and cost-effective sourcing of complex components and systems, maintaining supply continuity, and supporting project delivery within a highly regulated environment on an initial 4 month contract.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the end-to-end procurement of electronic and electrical components, assemblies, and systems in line with project and operational requirements.

* Identify, select, and develop suppliers capable of meeting technical, quality, and cost expectations within defence-grade standards.

* Execute RFQs, analyse bids, negotiate pricing, lead contract discussions, and place purchase orders.

* Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and adherence to specifications, addressing risks and implementing corrective actions as needed.

* Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and project management teams to ensure supply chain alignment with technical and build schedules.

* Support cost-reduction initiatives, value engineering activities, and long-term supply strategy development.

* Maintain compliance with export controls, defence regulations, and internal procurement policies.

* Ensure accurate data, reporting, and documentation within ERP/MRP systems (SAP/IFS/Oracle or similar).

Essential Skills & Experience

* Proven experience as a Buyer, Procurement Specialist, or Supply Chain Professional within the defence, aerospace, or other regulated engineering sectors.

* Strong background in sourcing and procuring electronics and electrical components, including PCB assemblies, wiring harnesses, sensors, connectors, and related hardware.

* Solid commercial acumen with demonstrable negotiation and supplier-management skills.

* Familiarity with defence procurement frameworks, quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO
9001), and export controls (e.g., ITAR/EAR).

* Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and complex stakeholder requirements.

* Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.

* Proficient with MRP/ERP systems and MS Office tools.

Role will require the successful candidate to work onsite 4 days week. Role will require candidates to be eligible for SC.

Role is inside IR35 and offering a rate of up to £500 per day