Role: Technical Buyer
Location: Barnstaple
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Depending on experience
Acorn by Synergie are recruiting for a Technical Buyer who will be responsible for the procurement of complex engineered components and materials, combining commercial acumen with technical understanding.
The role supports both ongoing production and new product introductions, collaborating closely with Engineering and Quality teams to ensure supplier capability, cost-effectiveness, and delivery performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Comply with all HSE requirements related to the role and work towards a zero-harm culture
Source and procure engineered parts such as PCBAs, machined components, custom magnetics, and subassemblies
Interpret and communicate technical drawings and specifications to suppliers
Work closely with Engineering to ensure purchased parts meet technical and functional requirements
Issue RFQs, assess supplier quotes, and lead commercial negotiations to drive value and cost savings
Manage supplier relationships, track delivery performance, and resolve issues
Support new product introduction (NPI) activities with timely sourcing and supply chain readiness
Contribute to supplier selection and qualification processes
Maintain accurate supplier and item data in Epicor ERP system (pricing, lead times, MoQs, etc.)
Support PPV tracking and cost-reduction initiatives, including value engineering and alternate sourcing
Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, and Quality on BOM accuracy, lead-time alignment, and risk mitigation
Ensure compliance with export/import regulations and customer-specific requirements
Person Specification:
Familiarity with aerospace or regulated industries is a key requirement for this role
Experience in technical procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment
Strong understanding of technical drawings and specifications
Proven ability to negotiate commercially while balancing technical and quality requirements
Comfortable working in a high-mix, low-volume environment
Experience using Epicor ERP for procurement processes
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Understanding of sourcing strategies, cost drivers, and supplier development processes
Knowledge of import/export compliance and risk management desirable
Attention to detail, self-motivated, and outcome-driven
Please give the team a call on (phone number removed) for more information or apply online today!
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