Employment Type
Full Time, Permanent
Application Start Date
26-08-2026
Application End Date
09-09-2026
Location
Salisbury
State/County
Wiltshire
SP46AS
Country
United Kingdom
Work Style
On-site
Aerospace and defence
Category
Supply chain
Position
Purchasing
Experience
Previous experience of purchasing
Production Buyer
Keep production moving. Drive supplier performance. Make a real impact.
We're looking for a proactive and commercially minded Production Buyer to ensure the right materials are available at the right time, at the right cost. Working closely with Production Planning, Operations and Engineering, you'll build strong supplier relationships, manage supply risks and support the smooth delivery of our manufacturing programme.
What you'll do
- Source and procure materials and services to meet production demand.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial agreements.
- Manage supplier performance, OTIF and risk.
- Proactively resolve shortages and expedite critical orders.
- Identify cost-saving and continuous improvement opportunities.
- Support inventory optimisation and engineering changes.
- Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.
What you'll bring
- Previous purchasing or procurement experience.
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders.
- Experience using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
It would be great if you also have:
- Experience in manufacturing or defence.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as D365 or SAP.
- CIPS Level 3 or above.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in a busy manufacturing environment where your decisions directly influence business performance, supply continuity and customer delivery.
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Production Buyer in Salisbury employer: Chemring Countermeasures
At Chemring Countermeasures, we pride ourselves on being a world leader in innovation within the defence sector, offering our employees a dynamic work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and a culture that encourages continuous improvement, all while providing a competitive salary and a flexible 4.5-day work week. Join us in a location that not only supports your professional aspirations but also contributes to global security solutions.
