Engineering Buyer Location: Shipley Salary: £39,300 PA Benefits: Non-contractual annual bonus, enhanced pension scheme, 33 days holiday, Westfield Health, and flexible working hours. About the Company Our client is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of high-speed metal forming and finishing machinery, with operations in 41 countries and an annual turnover exceeding $8.5 billion. Recognised with multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise for innovation, international trade, and sustainable development, this is an organisation that combines technical excellence with a commitment to continuous improvement and customer success. About the Role We’re looking for an experienced and proactive Engineering Buyer to join the Procurement team on an initial 6 month fixed term contract (with scope to be extended). This key position ensures the timely and cost-effective procurement of aftermarket and service parts for complex machine tool systems — supporting customer service, maintenance, and warranty operations by maintaining the availability of critical components. You’ll play a central role in coordinating with suppliers, technical teams, and service departments to keep production and customer operations running smoothly. Key Responsibilities * Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers for spare and service parts. * Source and procure components for mechanical, electrical, and control systems. * Ensure on-time availability of parts to support field service, warranty, and customer orders. * Maintain accurate data in ERP systems – including specifications, lead times, and pricing. * Manage supplier relationships, performance, and compliance with quality and delivery standards. * Support continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives through effective sourcing and negotiation. * Work collaboratively with Engineering, Service, and Planning teams to forecast and meet demand. * Monitor stock levels, slow-moving and obsolete inventory, and drive efficiency in parts availability. * Assist with warranty claims and product returns by providing accurate documentation. * Generate reports on procurement KPIs, supplier performance, and inventory metrics. * Uphold ethical procurement practices and maintain integrity in all supplier relationships. About You You’re a confident, detail-oriented professional with a solid background in procurement, supply chain, or buying — ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment. You’ll bring a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and relationship management skills, along with a proactive, customer-focused mindset. What you’ll need: * Level 3 qualification (or equivalent experience) in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering (CIPS ideally but not essential) * Minimum 2 years’ experience in procurement, ideally in an aftermarket environment. * Experience sourcing to engineering drawings, BOMs, and from international suppliers. * Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and strong MS Excel/Word skills. * Excellent negotiation, communication, and supplier management abilities. * Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. * A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Why Join? * Be part of a world-class engineering organisation with a reputation for innovation and excellence. * Enjoy a collaborative, supportive culture where initiative and continuous improvement are valued. * Benefit from a competitive salary, strong pension scheme, 33 days holiday, Westfield Health, and flexible working hours. Interested? Please apply online with a full CV and we'll be in touch