Supply Chain Buyer

At Bremont, we design and create the ultimate tool watches — built to be tough, reliable, and ready for any adventure. Our watches are crafted for those who believe that anything is possible with the right mindset. Whether it's pushing the limits of endurance or achieving the unthinkable, Bremont is proud to provide watches for some truly extraordinary feats of endurance that inspire us to dream bigger and Take it Further.

With deep British heritage, Bremont stands as a symbol of determination, innovation, and adventure. Made in our state-of-the-art facility in Henley-on-Thames, each timepiece combines precision engineering, expert craftsmanship, and cutting-edge design. Our mission? To create the world’s most capable tool watches that inspire the dream of limitless exploration.

We’re united by a shared passion for adventure and excellence, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of possibility. Our culture is built on our core values:

• The Spirit of the Adventurer: pushing the limits of what’s possible with a relentless determination to achieve the unimaginable.
• The Attitude of the Adventurer: a successful expedition relies on everyone playing their part. We know that the power of collaboration far exceeds individual effort.
• The Focus of the Adventurer: there is no prize in complexity. True design and engineering brilliance simplifies and clarifies.

KEY PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

As part of the Purchasing and Supply Chain team, collaborating closely with Engineering, Product Development and Logistics, this role will manage end-to-end direct and indirect procurement processes, including the creation of RFQs, defining optimal purchase volumes and ensuring timely material deliveries by cultivating excellent, robust, supplier relationships. This role is responsible for developing, implementing and owning sourcing strategies that ensure the lowest total cost of materials for all aspects of watch production and indirect procurement whilst applying our demanding quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for direct component related purchasing across the business for a portfolio of materials.
• Leading indirect procurement - definition, supplier selection, through to final delivery.
• Building and maintaining excellent supplier relationships to achieve high on time in full delivery performance.
• Negotiating to obtain advantageous pricing, desired quantities and short lead times.
• Working within the ERP system, ensuring purchase orders are placed in a timely manner, following through to completion on delivery in line with forecast agreed from sales.
• Proactively maintaining master data in the ERP system to be the single source of truth.
• Ensuring design developments/product changes are accurately managed across the business.
• Monitoring production requirements and proactively maintaining an optimal level of stock holding through effective expediting.
• Working alongside all departments within the business and communicating effectively with them on forecasted arrival dates for stock.
• Inbound freight management, selecting cost effective solutions and resolving import delays.
• Producing reports on purchasing related activities.
• Stay updated on new solutions proposed by partners and feedback to the product team.
• Leading resolution of material quality issues with supply partners without interrupting production.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Proven experience in Demand planning, Supply Planning or tactical Purchasing essential.
• Confident using imperfect data to make and own purchasing decisions.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills, managing the important and urgent simultaneously.
• Able to communicate well, adapting to a wide range of people at all levels of seniority.
• Excellent numerical skills with the ability to analyse information and provide insights to the wider business.
• A hardworking and tenacious attitude, with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Strong IT skills, with experience in Microsoft Office.
• ERP Software experience necessary (Priority desirable but not essential).
• French speaking desirable but not essential.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (highly desirable).

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Generous Holiday Entitlement – 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and 3 days paid time off in December for HQ Shutdown!
• Free Daily Lunch – Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch on us every day on-site.
• Life Assurance – Peace of mind with life cover at 3x your annual salary.
• Family-Friendly Benefits – Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave to support you and your growing family.
• Celebrate Your Milestones – We recognise loyalty with outstanding length of service awards.
• Career Growth – Access tailored training programmes and clear development pathways to help you thrive.
• Exclusive Discounts – Significant permanent employee discounts on Bremont Watches.
• Wellbeing Support – From confidential counselling to 24/7 financial and legal advice.
• Social Culture – From summer parties to seasonal gatherings, we host regular social events that bring everyone together.
• Give Back – We support team members who want to volunteer for good causes, with flexibility for approved time off.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working Monday – Friday, 9-5:30, 37.5 hours a week. Working autonomously and in a team of 3. State accessibility of primary work location outside of home. Probation process 4 months standard. Notice period – 2 months up to 2 years’ service increasing to 3 from 2 years +.

Stage 1: Interview with hiring manager and HR via Teams. Stage 2: Interview & task with hiring manager and senior manager onsite. Smart dress required for an onsite interview.