Job Description
Buyer – 12-Month FTC
Hybrid
Location: Salfords, Surrey
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (12 Months)
About Us
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, high-threat facilities and checkpoints.
Role Overview
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact industry while supporting key supply chain operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Place and manage purchase orders with precision and timeliness
2. Attend procurement and cross-functional meetings at our Crawley manufacturing site
3. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
4. Support cost reduction initiatives and benchmark supply chain competitiveness
5. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and Engineering teams on NPI projects
6. Assist the Senior Buyer with negotiations and strategic sourcing
7. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities
8. Ensure compliance with ISO standards through process documentation
9. Resolve supplier invoice...