Buyer
Norwich
From £32k per annum
Staffing Innovations client operates within a technically complex, engineering-led environment and has a long-standing history of designing and producing high-value products. This role plays a key part in supporting manufacturing and engineering teams through a robust, commercially effective supply chain. This is a hands-on, commercially focused position, suited to a Technical Buyer who enjoys working closely with engineers, operations teams, and suppliers to source complex components, manage commercial relationships, and ensure continuity of supply.
As Technical Buyer, your responsibilities will include:
* Sourcing and procuring technical components, materials, and assemblies in line with engineering specifications.
* Negotiating pricing, lead times, commercial terms, and supplier agreements.
* Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, including supplier visits and performance reviews.
* Acting as a key link between suppliers, engineering and manufacturing.
* Supporting new product introduction (NPI) and engineering change activities.
* Identifying and delivering cost-saving and value engineering initiatives.
* Managing supplier risk relating to capacity, quality, and continuity of supply.
* Maintaining accurate purchasing data (pricing, lead times, MOQ) within ERP/MRP systems.
* Forecasting material demand and price trends to support planning and budgeting.
* Managing stock levels in line with lean and inventory optimisation principles.
* Reviewing and managing slow-moving or obsolete stock.
As a Buyer, your experience will include:
* Previous experience in a purchasing or supply chain role within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* Strong understanding of engineering drawings and subcontract processes.
* Experience sourcing and buying technical or engineered components.
* Exposure to forecasting, and stock turn management.
* Proven ability to manage commercial relationships.
* Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support decision-making.
* Hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
* Excellent communication
Desirable:
* Experience of buying within a mechanical engineering, or similar technical sectors.
Personal attributes:
* Highly organised with the ability to manage a varied workload.
* Proactive, commercially minded, and self-motivated.
* A collaborative team player with a practical, problem-solving approach.
* Comfortable working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
* Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
If you’re a technically astute Buyer looking to make a real impact with a forward thinking company in Norwich, I’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Claire at Staffing Innovations