At a Glance
- Tasks: Source and purchase engineered components while collaborating with teams to ensure project success.
- Company: Leading manufacturing organisation known for innovation and a fast-paced environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, generous holiday, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and development in a supportive workplace.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in engineering and manufacturing projects.
- Qualifications: Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering or related field; experience in procurement is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 48000 £ per year.
Job Description
Salary
£48k Base + Bonus
Location
Cambridgeshire | Permanent: Onsite (Hybrid after probation)
Workplace
- Desk Based
- Overview
Actively seeking a commercially astute Engineering Buyer for a leading manufacturing organisation to play a pivotal role in its procurement team.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast‑paced, innovative manufacturing environment where your expertise will directly support the delivery of cutting‑edge engineering and production projects.
Responsibilities
- Sourcing and purchasing engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services from approved suppliers.
- Reviewing engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure purchasing accuracy.
- Negotiating pricing, contracts and commercial terms to deliver best value.
- Building and developing strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance.
- Working collaboratively with engineering and production teams to ensure compliance with technical and regulatory requirements.
- Liaising with Group companies to leverage volume purchasing opportunities and reduce material costs.
- Maintaining accurate procurement records, including pricing, lead times, supplier performance and inventory data.
- Identifying cost‑saving opportunities through alternative sourcing, supplier optimisation and value engineering.
- Resolving supply chain issues including shortages, quality concerns and delivery delays.
- Supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) by sourcing prototype materials and engaging suppliers early in projects.
- Ensuring procurement activities comply with company policies, industry standards and Health & Safety requirements.
Qualifications & Skills
- Degree, HNC or HND in Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain or a related discipline.
- CIPS qualification (or working towards it).
- Experience purchasing within engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics or industrial sectors.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, engineering materials and supply chain management.
- Experience with strategic sourcing, project procurement and global supply chains.
- Excellent supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems and procurement software.
- Knowledge of quality systems and industry regulatory requirements.
- The ability to build effective relationships across Engineering, Production and Quality functions.
- Key Strengths
- Commercial awareness; Technical understanding; Supplier relationship management
- Cost analysis and value engineering; Inventory planning and long lead‑time management
- Continuous improvement
Benefits
- Annual company performance bonus
- 22 days' holiday plus Bank Holidays (rising to 26 days with service)
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
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