Senior Buyer

My client provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defence, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research. As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules. What we would like from the Senior Buyer: CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation 5 years’ experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications Proficient in ERP/MRP systems Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworks Data-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detail  What we offer the Senior Buyer: Salary up to £50,000 doe 25 days annual leave bank holidays 39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15) Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7% Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salary Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platform Employee Assistance Programme Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi-cash) Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts on leading brands/retailers Cycle to Work scheme Enhanced family-friendly benefits Company sick pay  If this opportunity as a Senior Buyer is of interest to you, don’t hesitate and get in touch asap! Click to apply or contact Luke Tanner at Orion Recruitment