Technical Buyer

Our client, an industry leader in its sector, is looking for a dedicated and experienced Technical Buyer to join their team on a permanent basis. You will be responsible for managing the cost-effective procurement of materials, goods, and services to support business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensuring purchase orders are placed in a timely manner to support demand
Ensuring materials arrive on the purchase order required date
Maintaining supplier details on the ERP system
Building solid working relationships with suppliers
Monitoring performance and managing improvements
Keeping PO delivery dates current on SAP
Collaborating with the Supply Chain team to manage core suppliers in specialized commodity groups
Carrying out tasks and duties as required by Senior Management

Job Requirements:

Experience as a Senior Buyer or Buyer
Competency in using MS Office Suite, including Excel, Word & Outlook
Experience with ERP systems
Experience in a manufacturing environment
Competency in one or more of these commodity groups: Engines and Mechanicals, Composites
Ability to read technical drawings and understand technical data
Professional and entrepreneurial attitude
Excellent communication and assertiveness skills
Flexible, reliable, and self-motivated
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet multiple project deadlines

Personal Qualities/Attributes:

Desire to develop new skills and experiences
Good business acumen
Problem-solving ability
Assertiveness
Analytical approach to decision-making
Effective communication, including active listening skills
Ability to remain calm under pressure
Prepared to work in a close-knit team
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed