Job Description - Buyer

A growing aerospace company is seeking a proactive and commercially astute Buyer to join its procurement team, supporting the supply chain for cutting-edge space propulsion systems. This role offers the opportunity to shape procurement strategies in a dynamic and innovative environment, working closely with engineering and production teams to ensure high-quality, timely supply for critical projects.

Buyer
Permanent
Salary dependent on experience
Buckinghamshire

Buyer
Key Responsibilities
  • Work with project teams to define procurement needs, lead times, and quality requirements for bought-in goods.
  • Lead the end-to-end buying process, including supplier sourcing, vetting, negotiation, order placement, and relationship management.
  • Monitor stock levels to ensure material availability in line with project milestones.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and project management teams to align procurement with project success.
  • Develop and maintain a resilient supplier base, ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and ESG standards.

Buyer
Requirements
  • Proven experience in procurement within precision manufacturing or engineering.
  • Proven ability to source niche products in limited supplier markets.
  • Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.
  • Experience working in regulated environments (ideally AS9100).
  • Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Buyer

Benefits Package:
  • Competitive salary
  • 5% matched pension
  • Private health & dental care
  • EV scheme (post-probation)
  • Life assurance & enhanced sick pay
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
  • On-site parking, cycle-to-work scheme, discount platform


If you feel you’re a good fit for this position, please click ‘apply’ or contact me directly.
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