Job Title: Senior Buyer
Location: Littlehampton
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:15pm (30‑minute lunch break)
Friday: 8:00am - 1:00pm (no lunch break)
The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Buyer to lead our purchasing, logistics, and supply chain operations within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. This key position ensures the smooth and efficient delivery of materials and services to meet customer requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Logistics teams on a day‑to‑day basis
* Ensure timely delivery of raw materials, subcontract machining, and treatments to required quality and cost standards
* Own and deliver against Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) targets
* Manage a key customer account, including overseas (India) supply chain coordination and inventory management
* Develop and maintain strong, strategic supplier relationships
* Drive continuous improvement, standardisation, and performance reporting across all supply chain processes
* Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure all operational objectives are achieved
* Promote and maintain safe working practices across all functions
* Ensure full compliance with company and group policies
About You
* 3‑5 years’ experience in a supply chain role, ideally within aerospace or defence manufacturing (AS9100 environment)
* Strong understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain operations
* Experience using MRP systems and analysing data
* Proven ability to manage projects and coordinate teams effectively
* A proactive problem solver with a track record of driving improvements
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Self‑motivated, with the ability to prioritise workload and multitask
* A strong team player, able to work independently when required
Benefits
* Competitive salary (£45,000 – £55,000 per annum)
* Permanent, full‑time position with stable working hours
* Early finish on Fridays
* Opportunity to take ownership of a key supply chain function within the business
* Career development and progression opportunities
How to apply
If you are proactive, quality‑driven, and ready to take the next step in your CNC machining career, apply now or submit your most up‑to‑date CV to n. lawry @ amlr. uk. For further discussion of career opportunities, please call (phone number removed) and ask for Naomi.
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