COMPRESSED HOURS - 4-DAY WORKING WEEK** Butler Ross are pleased to be recruiting for a senior engineering buyer on a contract basis, on behalf of globally renowned manufacturing organisation. This is an initial 6 month contract with the expectation to extend further, offering an Umbrella Rate of £46/hour on a condensed 4-day working week (that's Fridays off!). This position also operates on a hybrid working model, with the flexibility to work from home 1-2x a week; with their office based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier delivery and supporting a diverse range of activities across multiple categories, including both simple and complex build-to-print components. Key areas of focus will include commodities such as PCBs / PCB-As, box-build assemblies, cable harnesses, and mechanical parts. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in purchasing or procurement, with a particular emphasis on sourcing and managing complex drawn items. Key Responsibilities: Managing the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing RFQs, facilitating tenders, establishing terms and conditions, conducting negotiations, evaluating bids, and awarding contracts. Negotiating with suppliers to secure optimal value and favourable terms. Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships with key internal teams and external business partners. Ensuring all procurement activit...