At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and procure technical materials while driving supplier performance.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturer in an innovative engineering environment.
- Benefits: Salary up to £42k, free parking, pension scheme, and company benefits.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and collaboration with engineering teams.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a varied and technically interesting role.
- Qualifications: Experience in engineering procurement and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 42000 - 42000 £ per year.
ACR is working with a well-established and market-leading manufacturer of processing equipment and systems to recruit an experienced Engineering Buyer to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an innovative engineering environment where you will play a key role in supporting production and project success.
Working closely with engineering, production and quality teams, you will be responsible for sourcing technical materials, engineered components and services while driving supplier performance and cost efficiencies.
Engineering Buyer’s Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services from approved suppliers
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials to ensure accurate purchasing decisions
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, monitoring performance, quality, lead times and delivery
- Work closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure purchased items meet technical requirements
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction through alternative sourcing, supplier optimisation, and value engineering
- Manage procurement data including supplier pricing, lead times, inventory levels, and supplier performance records
Skills & Experience Required as an Engineering Buyer:
- Previous experience in technical, engineering, manufacturing or industrial procurement
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and supply chain principles
- Experience negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems and procurement software
- HNC/HND/Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or a related discipline would be advantageous, alongside CIPS or procurement qualifications
Benefits Package:
- Salary of up to £42k
- Varied and technically interesting role with the opportunity to make a real impact
- Free onsite parking
- Pension scheme and company benefits package
If this Engineering Buyer position sounds like a role that would match your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK.
Buyer employer: Anne Corder Recruitment
ACR offers a dynamic and innovative engineering environment where the role of Engineering Buyer is pivotal to the success of production and projects. With a strong focus on employee growth, competitive salary packages, and a supportive work culture that encourages collaboration across teams, ACR stands out as an excellent employer in the manufacturing sector. The opportunity to make a tangible impact while enjoying benefits such as free onsite parking and a pension scheme makes this position particularly attractive for those seeking meaningful employment.
