Our client, a global engineering and manufacturing is seeking a Senior Buyer to lead procurement in Fareham.
This is a senior leadership role within the supply chain function, responsible for managing a site-based buying team, driving supplier performance, reducing total cost of acquisition, mitigating risk, and supporting new product introduction in a complex manufacturing environment.
Senior Buyer
Competitive Salary
Permanent
Mon–Thurs 8:00–17:00, Fri 8:00–12:00
Fareham
Senior Buyer
Job Description
* Lead and develop the site procurement team, setting clear objectives, driving performance, and building a culture of continuous improvement.
* Own all purchasing activity for the site, covering strategic, operational and technical procurement across series production and NPI.
* Drive supplier performance and risk management, including SRM, audits, non-conformance, and development of a resilient supplier base.
* Deliver cost reduction and value improvement, negotiating best terms and reducing total cost of acquisition while protecting quality and delivery.
* Ensure strong operational control and compliance, managing MRP, inventory, S&OP alignment, contracts, and regulatory/quality requirements.
Senior Buyer
Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications
* Proven leadership of a procurement/buying team in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
* Hands-on experience in strategic and operational purchasing.
* Strong supplier management and negotiation background, with a track record of cost reduction and performance improvement.
* Experience working in a regulated or quality-driven environment (e.g. aerospace, automotive, medical, ISO/AS-certified).
* High level of commercial and technical understanding, able to interpret drawings/specs and use ERP/MRP systems to drive decisions.
* CIPS Qualified
Senior Buyer
Company Benefits
* 22.5 days holiday + bank holidays
* Employee Cash plan
* Online discount perks
* Cycle to Work
* Social Club
* Onsite Gym
If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’