Buyer – Norwich
From £32k per annum
Staffing Innovations client operates within a technically complex, engineering‑led environment and has a long‑standing history of designing and producing high‑value products. This role plays a key part in supporting manufacturing and engineering teams through a robust, commercially effective supply chain. This is a hands‑on, commercially focused position, suited to a Technical Buyer who enjoys working closely with engineers, operations teams, and suppliers to source complex components, manage commercial relationships, and ensure continuity of supply.
Responsibilities
* Sourcing and procuring technical components, materials, and assemblies in line with engineering specifications.
* Negotiating pricing, lead times, commercial terms, and supplier agreements.
* Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, including supplier visits and performance reviews.
* Acting as a key link between suppliers, engineering and manufacturing.
* Supporting new product introduction (NPI) and engineering change activities.
* Identifying and delivering cost‑saving and value engineering initiatives.
* Managing supplier risk relating to capacity, quality, and continuity of supply.
* Maintaining accurate purchasing data (pricing, lead times, MOQ) within ERP/MRP systems.
* Forecasting material demand and price trends to support planning and budgeting.
* Managing stock levels in line with lean and inventory optimisation principles.
* Reviewing and managing slow‑moving or obsolete stock.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings and subcontract processes.
* Experience sourcing and buying technical or engineered components.
* Exposure to forecasting, and stock turn management.
* Proven ability to manage commercial relationships.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision‑making.
* Hands‑on experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
* Excellent communication.
Desirable
* Experience of buying within a mechanical engineering, or similar technical sectors.
Personal attributes
* Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload.
* Proactive, commercially minded, and self‑motivated.
* A collaborative team player with a practical, problem‑solving approach.
* Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Detail‑oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
If you're a technically astute Buyer looking to make a real impact with a forward thinking company in Norwich, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today with an up‑to‑date CV or call Claire at Staffing Innovations.
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