Your new company
Leading player in the engineering and manufacturing sector, renowned for their innovative solutions and commitment to quality. The team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering exceptional products to their clients.
Your new role
As an Engineering Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in our Purchasing team, driving procurement activities across the business. Your main responsibilities will include negotiating and placing orders for machined components and other direct and indirect products, ensuring that delivery and quality requirements are met by suppliers to meet project deadlines. You will support the implementation of new strategies, policies, and procedures, and become a key stakeholder in the supply chain management process.Key Duties:
- Source and procure materials, components, and services in line with project requirements.
- Negotiate contracts, prices, and terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effective purchasing.
- Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure timely delivery and quality standards.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to understand material requirements and specifications.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Stay updated with market trends and new products to ensure competitive advantage.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven purchasing experience within an engineering/manufacturing environment.
- Understanding of engineering drawings and basic manufacturing processes.
- Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems.
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal departments.
- Highly proactive, enthusiastic, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail, with an impeccable, thorough and accurate approach.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
- Full clean driving licence.
Desirable:* MCIPS qualified or working towards.
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Discretionary bonus.
- Early Friday finish - 37-hour working week (Monday to Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm, Friday 8.00am - 1.00pm).
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Company life insurance (6 times salary).
- Pension scheme (5% contribution).
- Income protection after 3 years' service.
- Access to an Independent Financial Adviser.
- Office-based role at our newly refurbished office in Bedford.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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