Manufacturing Buyer in Basingstoke

Vision RT is a rapidly growing MedTech which is transforming radiation therapy for cancer patients, helping to make it more accurate, effective and comfortable. We are the inventors of, and the market leaders in, Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT). This technology uses advanced 3D cameras to track surface data, for more guidance across every step of the radiotherapy workflow.

Our SGRT solutions are used in 24 out of the 25 “Best Hospitals for Cancer,” as tracked by US News & World Report. We’re one of Britain’s fastest-growing private tech companies, as recently recognised by the 2025 Sunday Times 100 Tech list. We’re also the proud winners of a 2024 King’s Award for Enterprise, the UK’s most prestigious accolade for business excellence.

With around 300 employees globally, and offices in the UK, Poland & the USA, Vision RT operates independently as part of the Danish company William Demant Invest A/S - one of the world’s largest investors in healthcare companies. Vision RT staff members have the security and reach that comes with being part of a large global enterprise, combined with the freedom and agility of a startup. This is a company with strong values, a clear mission and a bright future. It’s an exciting and rewarding place to work.

About the role

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring goods and services for the organization while ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery. This role supports operational needs and contributes to strategic procurement initiatives.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Procurement Execution: Review and process purchase requisitions, Process RFQ’s (RFP/RFS if required), Prepare and issue purchase orders in compliance with company policies. Maintain purchase order confirmations and delivery dates. Manage open purchase orders, Manage blanket purchase orders and delivery schedules and Maintain 100% component parts availability for Production.
• Supplier Management: Identify and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and reliability, Maintain strong vendor relationships and resolve issues promptly, Visit suppliers as required, Cost Optimization, Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve cost savings (considering total cost of supply), Monitor market trends and identify supply chain opportunities.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to procurement policies and legal requirements, Maintain accurate records of purchases and supplier agreements, Adhere to any regulatory requirements and Support Supplier Quality team with non-conforming product resolution.
• Coordination: Collaborate with internal departments to understand requirements, Includes regular interaction with Production, R&D, Warehouse & Operations and Track deliveries and manage discrepancies in orders or invoices. Communicate delays as needed.
• Support activities: Assist and support the development of a company Procurement strategy, Work with a team to implement and maintain a robust MRP system (Sage 200), Implement long term stocking agreements as required, Support the spare parts team as required, Quarterly review of part number Reorder levels, Risk & single source supplier management, Inventory management and control, working with the Warehouse & Finance teams and Be willing to travel as required, mainly UK.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• 2–4 years of experience in purchasing or procurement, gained in a manufacturing environment.
• Working with R&D and Production teams.
• Valid UK driving license - required to travel to suppliers within UK.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally with all other functions and levels within the organisation.
• Demonstrated experience in managing supplier relationships and securing competitive pricing, lead times, etc.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail (part numbers, dates, quantities, etc).
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems like SAP and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of Bills of Material and revision control.
• Effective oral, written and presentation skills.

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience working in a medical devices company (ISO 13485) is highly desirable.
• Certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is desirable.
• Experience of Sage 200 Professional is desirable.
• Working knowledge of Lean Principles and Six Sigma is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Application of AI tools in a purchasing/procurement environment desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain management.