Engineering Buyer

Engineering Buyer

Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire (Office Based)
Salary: Up to £42,000

Are you an experienced Engineering Buyer looking to join a well-established manufacturing business where you can make a real impact? This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the procurement of technical components and materials, working closely with engineering and production teams to support the delivery of high-quality manufacturing projects.

This is a fully office-based position offering long-term stability, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to work within a collaborative engineering environment.

The Role

• Source and purchase engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications and Bills of Materials to ensure accurate procurement.
• Obtain and negotiate supplier quotations to achieve the best value, quality and delivery.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring performance.
• Work closely with Engineering, Production and Quality teams to meet project requirements.
• Liaise with group companies to secure volume pricing and maximise purchasing efficiencies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing data including pricing, lead times and supplier performance.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier development and alternative sourcing.
• Resolve supply chain issues including delivery delays, quality concerns and specification queries.
• Support new product introduction by sourcing prototype components and materials.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company procedures and industry standards.
• Monitor stock levels and manage procurement of long lead-time items.

About You

• Previous experience in an Engineering Buyer or Technical Buyer position within manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of engineering components, manufacturing processes and supply chains.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experienced in supplier negotiation and relationship management.
• Familiar with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing software.
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent analytical skills.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to details
• What's on Offer
• Salary up to £42,000
• Annual company performance bonus
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Life assurance
• Company sick pay scheme
• Pension scheme
• Workwear provided
• Staff meals and company events
• Stable, office-based role with long-term career prospects

If you're an experienced Engineering Buyer looking to join a successful manufacturing business where your expertise will directly support production and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.