Engineering Buyer
GBP42,000 - GBP48,000 + annual performance bonus, life assurance, pension, sick pay, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, and on-site perks
Monday - Friday, Days
Commutable from Bedford, Cambridge, St Neots, Biggleswade, Huntingdon, and Royston
Are you an experienced Engineering Buyer with a background in technical sourcing, component procurement, and manufacturing supply chains?
Do you want an autonomous procurement role with full ownership of a purchasing function and genuine impact within a growing business?
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Manage end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and materials purchasing for production and custom engineering projects.
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Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate purchasing.
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Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with key suppliers to achieve maximum cost efficiency.
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Resolve supply chain bottlenecks, quality discrepancies, and delivery delays while maintaining accurate stock levels.
The company:
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An established, market-leading technical manufacturing business seeking an independent procurement professional.
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A sole-charge procurement role reporting directly to the Board Director and supported by an administrative team.
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Focuses on driving best-value procurement, cost reduction, and value engineering without compromising on quality or lead times.
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Works collaboratively across internal engineering, production, and quality teams to meet strict technical and regulatory standards.
The position:
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Take sole responsibility for sourcing engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services from approved suppliers.
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Coordinate with wider Group companies to leverage combined spend and secure volume pricing on high-value raw materials.
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Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by sourcing prototype materials and managing early supplier involvement.
About you:
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Proven experience in technical or engineering procurement within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or engineering environment.
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Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, raw materials, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and complex BOMs.
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Self-motivated, proficient with ERP/MRP systems, and capable of running a 1-person procurement function autonomously.
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Engineering buyer employer: Elix Sourcing Solutions Limited
Join a leading food manufacturing business in Southall that prioritises employee development and offers fully funded qualifications to enhance your skills. With a strong focus on staff retention, this role provides a supportive work culture and a great work/life balance, making it an ideal environment for Maintenance Engineers at all skill levels to thrive and grow.
Contact Details:
Elix Sourcing Solutions Limited Recruitment Team
