Senior Buyer – Technical / EngineeringAn exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a rapidly growing engineering business that has tripled in size over the last three years and they’re not slowing down.
This is a pivotal role within the organisation, acting as the key link between the Engineering Design team and an expanding global supplier network. You will take full ownership of the end-to-end procurement and supply chain cycle, ensuring the on-time delivery of high-quality, bespoke engineered components at the most competitive cost.
The RoleAs Senior Buyer, you will:
Manage the full procurement lifecycle from RFQ through to delivery and supplier performance management
Work closely with Engineering teams to source bespoke components, modules and assemblies
Interpret and work from engineering drawings, 3D CAD models and structured Bills of Materials (BoMs)
Lead formal RFQ processes, analyse quotations and conduct cost comparisons
Support estimation and costing activities, including maintaining product cost matrices
Conduct risk analysis across the supply chain and proactively mitigate potential disruption
Negotiate commercial terms and place purchase orders
Develop, expand and manage a global supplier base
Drive supplier performance, KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives
Utilise and enhance ERP/MRP systems to improve supply chain visibility and reporting
About YouWe’re looking for a commercially astute and technically confident procurement professional who can operate at a senior level in a fast-paced engineering environment.
You will ideally have:
Proven experience managing the end-to-end procurement/supply chain process
Strong background in technical or engineering buying
Experience working with bespoke or engineered-to-order products
The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
Experience managing RFQs, cost analysis, estimation support and supplier negotiations
Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering and operations teams
Why Join?
Be part of a high-growth engineering business with ambitious expansion plans
Play a key role in shaping and developing the global supply chain strategy
Hybrid working
Competitive salary
Clear career progression and professional development support
A collaborative, innovation-driven culture
If you are a proactive Senior Buyer looking to make a real impact within a growing technical organisation, we would love to hear from you