Back Posted: Jun 21 2025

Buyer

West Sussex, West Sussex , United Kingdom

Engineering jobs >> Engineering

Negotiable

Permanent

Name Confidential

Description

We are thrilled to partner with a leading Defence company to offer an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join their Purchasing team. In this role, you will be key to executing the supply chain strategy and cultivating strong, risk-mitigated supply partnerships to ensure the effective delivery of high-quality products and services, while minimizing ownership costs.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management:

Oversee procurement operations for an engineering-focused supplier portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Cultivate and strengthen supplier relationships, exploring opportunities to add greater value and enhance the performance of a dynamic, agile supply chain.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement in all procurement processes and supplier interactions.

Lead business reviews, assessing supplier performance and setting objectives for improvement to meet business goals.

Regularly assess risks and conduct supplier audits, ensuring ongoing alignment of supplier investments with company strategies.

Apply problem-solving techniques to drive meaningful improvements in supplier performance, addressing issues at their core.

Identify and source new suppliers capable of meeting complex specifications and commercial expectations.

Support the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to accommodate evolving needs and requirements.

Prepare and issue RFIs and RFQs, providing comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and ROI recommendations.

Manage changes in supplier relationships, including onboarding, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract duration.

Skills & Experience:

Essential:

Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced IT skills.

Experience in technical procurement, including engineering and machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.

Desirable:

Experience working within integrated project management teams.

Experience in forming and structuring contracts.

CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.

Personal Attributes:

Demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.

A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to engage with cross-functional teams.

Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Proactive and results-driven, capable of planning, executing, and monitoring procurement activities to achieve supply chain goals.

Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.

Work Life Balance:

37.5-hour working week.

Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.

Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.

28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.

Holiday purchasing scheme

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-88425
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
Views: 3

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