We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team for 12 months Fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact industry while supporting key supply chain operations.
Responsibilities
* Place and manage purchase orders with precision and timeliness.
* Attend procurement and cross-functional meetings at our Crawley manufacturing site.
* Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
* Support cost reduction initiatives and benchmark supply chain competitiveness.
* Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Engineering teams on NPI projects.
* Assist the Senior Buyer with negotiations and strategic sourcing.
* Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
* Ensure compliance with ISO standards through process documentation.
* Resolve supplier invoice queries and manage demand requests.
* Ensure suppliers consistently meet cost, quality, and delivery targets (Total Cost of Ownership).
Qualifications
* Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
* Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365).
* Office-based availability with some flexibility.
About the Company
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints. Our cutting-edge X‑ray solutions ranging from low to high energy help combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and imaging excellence, we empower our customers to detect threats and contraband with confidence.
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