Are you an experienced Buyer whose led projects ready to step into a leadership role? Or an established Senior Buyer looking to make a real impact within a high-performing manufacturing environment? Our client in Fareham is looking for a Senior Strategic Buyer to lead a site-based team, strengthen supplier performance, drive cost optimisation, manage risk and support new product introduction within a regulated manufacturing environment. Senior Strategic Buyer Salary DOE Permanent Mon–Thurs 8:00–17:00, Fri 8:00–12:00 Fareham Senior Strategic Buyer Job Description Support the daily leadership and coordination of the procurement team Support team development through regular 1-2-1s and skills assessment Drive supplier performance, risk management and cost optimisation Lead supply chain involvement in new product introduction Ensure lowest cost of acquisition while maintaining quality and delivery standards Promote a continuous improvement culture using Lean principles Senior Strategic Buyer Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications Ideally 3–5 years’ procurement experience within manufacturing / aerospace Strong supplier management and negotiation background, with a track record of cost reduction and performance improvement. Experience in a regulated environment (AS9100, ISO9001, IATF16949 or similar) Our client is open to a Buyer who has led projects, mentored colleagues or taken informal leadership responsibility and is ready to step up A proactive, improvement-focused mindset CIPS Qualified Senior Strategic Buyer Company Benefits 22.5 days holiday bank holidays Employee Cash plan Online discount perks Cycle to Work Social Club Onsite Gym Development Courses This is an excellent opportunity to join a regulated, engineering-led manufacturing business that offers a clear development plan and structured progression into leadership. If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’