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About the Role
We’re seeking a Technical Buyer with strong engineering and MRO experience to join a busy, fast-paced team. You’ll provide technical support to the purchasing function, ensuring accurate and cost-effective sourcing of parts, components, and services across multiple categories.
This role is hands-on and commercially critical — you’ll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships while supporting engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality, value-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities
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Interpret engineering drawings and source appropriate parts globally
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Manage the end-to-end procurement process from tender/specification to delivery
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Lead supplier negotiations, ensuring cost-effective and timely solutions
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Work cross-functionally with engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing teams
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Develop and maintain supplier performance metrics and KPIs
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Build and manage strong global supplier relationships
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Negotiate pricing, lead times, and quality standards to meet business requirements
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Support re-engineering initiatives to improve cost and product efficiency
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Maintain accurate records, resolve invoice queries, and manage order delivery schedules
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Contribute to sourcing strategy and departmental projects
About You
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Proven experience as a Technical Buyer or similar procurement role in a manufacturing/engineering environment
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Strong technical knowledge of MRO components, materials, and processes
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Skilled negotiator with excellent communication and analytical abilities
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Methodical, organised, and able to perform under pressure and tight deadlines
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Proficient with Microsoft Office and procurement systems
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Confident in cross-functional collaboration with engineering and operations teams
Personal Attributes
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Proactive and highly motivated with a positive, can-do attitude
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Flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
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Strong problem-solving mindset — able to think outside the box
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
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Company pension scheme
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Free onsite parking
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Well-equipped staff kitchen facilities
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Permanent, full-time role (40 hours per week)
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted for interview; if you do not hear back within 4 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV — shortlisted candidates will be contacted quickly to arrange interviews
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