Senior Buyer Stonehouse, Gloucestershire Circa 45,000 + Benefits Senior Buyer Procurement Supply Chain Manufacturing MRP ERP BMR Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Stonehouse. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to take ownership of a key purchasing function within a busy manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring production is supplied with the right materials at the right time, whilst maintaining lean inventory levels, developing supplier relationships and driving purchasing performance. This is a varied, hands-on position that combines strategic procurement with day-to-day operational buying. Working closely with Production, Planning, Engineering and Quality, you will ensure material availability, support new product introductions and engineering changes, manage supplier performance and mentor a Buying Administrator. The Role As Senior Buyer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring materials are available to support production while balancing stock levels, lead times and working capital. You will work collaboratively across the business to support operational requirements whilst identifying opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, reduce supply risk and deliver value through effective supplier management. Key Responsibilities Manage the full purchasing lifecycle using MRP and ERP systems to ensure uninterrupted supply to production. Review MRP outputs and purchasing reports, placing orders that balance material availability, inventory levels and cash flow. Continuously review purchasing activity to optimise order quantities, pricing and lead times. Proactively identify potential shortages and take decisive action whilst reducing reactive firefighting through effective forward planning. Lead procurement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring smooth transitions between existing and new products while minimising obsolete stock. Manage purchasing aspects of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), working closely with Engineering, Quality and suppliers. Build, develop and maintain strong supplier relationships. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities, lead times and supply agreements. Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality and responsiveness, driving continuous improvement where required. Identify and manage supplier risk, including developing dual-source strategies where appropriate. Manage component obsolescence in partnership with Engineering teams. Attend production planning and shortage meetings, ensuring purchasing priorities remain aligned with manufacturing requirements. Lead, support and develop a Buying Administrator, providing guidance, mentoring and oversight of day-to-day buying activities. About You To be successful in this role you will have previous buying or procurement experience gained within a manufacturing or production environment and be comfortable managing both strategic supplier relationships and operational purchasing activities. You will also demonstrate: Proven experience in a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Procurement position within manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of MRP systems and purchasing processes. Experience using ERP systems (experience of Solvitt/EDSL would be advantageous but is not essential). Excellent stock management skills with the ability to balance inventory, availability and working capital. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) from a supply chain or procurement perspective. Understanding of ECN and NCR processes within manufacturing. Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to distinguish genuine urgency from routine tasks. A proactive approach with the resilience to respond effectively to changing business demands. Previous experience supervising, mentoring or developing junior purchasing staff would be advantageous. Strong communication, analytical and relationship-building skills. CIPS qualification, or working towards one, would be advantageous but is not essential. Willingness to undertake occasional supplier visits. What's on Offer Circa 45,000 salary. Opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. A varied role combining strategic procurement with hands-on operational buying. The opportunity to influence supplier performance, inventory strategy and purchasing processes. Supportive working environment with genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression. Comprehensive company benefits package. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Right to Work Please note that our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. Recruitment Statement BMR Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Business and Recruitment Agency. 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Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer Stonehouse, Gloucestershire Circa 45,000 + Benefits Senior Buyer Procurement Supply Chain Manufacturing MRP ERP BMR Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Senior Buyer to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Stonehouse. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to take ownership of a key purchasing function within a busy manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring production is supplied with the right materials at the right time, whilst maintaining lean inventory levels, developing supplier relationships and driving purchasing performance. This is a varied, hands-on position that combines strategic procurement with day-to-day operational buying. Working closely with Production, Planning, Engineering and Quality, you will ensure material availability, support new product introductions and engineering changes, manage supplier performance and mentor a Buying Administrator. The Role As Senior Buyer, you will take ownership of the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring materials are available to support production while balancing stock levels, lead times and working capital. You will work collaboratively across the business to support operational requirements whilst identifying opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency, reduce supply risk and deliver value through effective supplier management. Key Responsibilities Manage the full purchasing lifecycle using MRP and ERP systems to ensure uninterrupted supply to production. Review MRP outputs and purchasing reports, placing orders that balance material availability, inventory levels and cash flow. Continuously review purchasing activity to optimise order quantities, pricing and lead times. Proactively identify potential shortages and take decisive action whilst reducing reactive firefighting through effective forward planning. Lead procurement activities for New Product Introduction (NPI), ensuring smooth transitions between existing and new products while minimising obsolete stock. Manage purchasing aspects of Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), working closely with Engineering, Quality and suppliers. Build, develop and maintain strong supplier relationships. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, minimum order quantities, lead times and supply agreements. Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality and responsiveness, driving continuous improvement where required. Identify and manage supplier risk, including developing dual-source strategies where appropriate. Manage component obsolescence in partnership with Engineering teams. Attend production planning and shortage meetings, ensuring purchasing priorities remain aligned with manufacturing requirements. Lead, support and develop a Buying Administrator, providing guidance, mentoring and oversight of day-to-day buying activities. About You To be successful in this role you will have previous buying or procurement experience gained within a manufacturing or production environment and be comfortable managing both strategic supplier relationships and operational purchasing activities. You will also demonstrate: Proven experience in a Buyer, Senior Buyer or Procurement position within manufacturing. Strong working knowledge of MRP systems and purchasing processes. Experience using ERP systems (experience of Solvitt/EDSL would be advantageous but is not essential). Excellent stock management skills with the ability to balance inventory, availability and working capital. Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) from a supply chain or procurement perspective. Understanding of ECN and NCR processes within manufacturing. Strong supplier management and commercial negotiation skills. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with the ability to distinguish genuine urgency from routine tasks. A proactive approach with the resilience to respond effectively to changing business demands. Previous experience supervising, mentoring or developing junior purchasing staff would be advantageous. Strong communication, analytical and relationship-building skills. CIPS qualification, or working towards one, would be advantageous but is not essential. Willingness to undertake occasional supplier visits. What's on Offer Circa 45,000 salary. Opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business. A varied role combining strategic procurement with hands-on operational buying. The opportunity to influence supplier performance, inventory strategy and purchasing processes. Supportive working environment with genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression. Comprehensive company benefits package. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Our client is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Applications are welcomed from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Right to Work Please note that our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK at the time of application. Recruitment Statement BMR Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Business and Recruitment Agency. 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Buyer - Water sector Location: London Reports to: Senior Buyer Role Purpose The Buyer will support the effective delivery of the procurement function, establishing, maintaining and improving purchasing procedures in line with internal policies and wider business objectives. The role will involve supporting pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects, managing supplier and subcontractor enquiries, assisting with negotiations and ensuring all procurement activity follows the correct governance and approval processes. Key Responsibilities Provide procurement input for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects as required. Compile and issue subcontractor and material enquiries for assessment by tender and project teams. Support the Senior Buyer and Procurement Manager throughout the tender settlement process. Attend meetings with key tenderers where required. Assist with the preparation of commercial proposals for tender submissions, including discounts and fixed-price allowances. Liaise with procurement and site management teams regarding subcontractor and material requirements. Assist in developing procurement strategies for key work packages. Agree critical procurement dates and maintain procurement schedules. Maintain accurate document management, filing and storage systems. Deliver procurement activities in accordance with the agreed project procurement strategy. Support the onboarding and approval of new suppliers. Manage allocated procurement packages through to the production of subcontract review documentation and order number requests. Review order number requests to ensure the correct procurement process has been followed. Complete or confirm relevant supplier checks, including: oFinancial checks oHealth and safety assessments oOrganisational and supervisory competency oPrevious performance ratings oSupplier database status Contribute to the effective and sustainable management of the supply chain. Review supplier questionnaires and ensure performance assessments are completed for allocated projects. Carry out internal governance checks and ensure the correct use of procurement documents, requisition forms and order templates. Assist with commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of business objectives, procurement policies and health, safety, environmental, quality and sustainability procedures. Key Relationships Internal Head of Procurement Procurement Manager Senior Buyers and procurement colleagues Project management teams Estimating and work-winning teams Commercial teams Health, safety, environmental and quality teams Other office-based personnel External Suppliers Subcontractors Professional bodies Existing and prospective clients Financial Authority In accordance with the applicable business or framework levels of authority. Qualifications and Experience Hold, or be actively working towards, a CIPS qualification. Previous experience within a procurement, purchasing or supply-chain environment would be advantageous. Experience supporting construction, civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be beneficial. An understanding of subcontractor and material procurement processes is desirable. Knowledge of supplier onboarding, governance and compliance checks would be advantageous. Key Skills and Competencies Analytical thinking and problem-solving Information gathering and evaluation Initiative and a proactive approach Planning and organisation Commercial awareness Negotiation skills Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines Strong communication and relationship-building skills Enthusiasm, dedication and pride in delivering high-quality work Development Opportunities The role will provide opportunities to: Develop a detailed understanding of the organisation's culture, procedures and commercial objectives. Build strong relationships across the supplier and subcontractor network. Develop connections with project, commercial, estimating and operational teams. Take ownership of increasingly complex procurement packages and assignments. This job description is not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Buyer - Water sector Location: London Reports to: Senior Buyer Role Purpose The Buyer will support the effective delivery of the procurement function, establishing, maintaining and improving purchasing procedures in line with internal policies and wider business objectives. The role will involve supporting pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects, managing supplier and subcontractor enquiries, assisting with negotiations and ensuring all procurement activity follows the correct governance and approval processes. Key Responsibilities Provide procurement input for pre-qualifications, tenders and live projects as required. Compile and issue subcontractor and material enquiries for assessment by tender and project teams. Support the Senior Buyer and Procurement Manager throughout the tender settlement process. Attend meetings with key tenderers where required. Assist with the preparation of commercial proposals for tender submissions, including discounts and fixed-price allowances. Liaise with procurement and site management teams regarding subcontractor and material requirements. Assist in developing procurement strategies for key work packages. Agree critical procurement dates and maintain procurement schedules. Maintain accurate document management, filing and storage systems. Deliver procurement activities in accordance with the agreed project procurement strategy. Support the onboarding and approval of new suppliers. Manage allocated procurement packages through to the production of subcontract review documentation and order number requests. Review order number requests to ensure the correct procurement process has been followed. Complete or confirm relevant supplier checks, including: oFinancial checks oHealth and safety assessments oOrganisational and supervisory competency oPrevious performance ratings oSupplier database status Contribute to the effective and sustainable management of the supply chain. Review supplier questionnaires and ensure performance assessments are completed for allocated projects. Carry out internal governance checks and ensure the correct use of procurement documents, requisition forms and order templates. Assist with commercial and contractual negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of business objectives, procurement policies and health, safety, environmental, quality and sustainability procedures. Key Relationships Internal Head of Procurement Procurement Manager Senior Buyers and procurement colleagues Project management teams Estimating and work-winning teams Commercial teams Health, safety, environmental and quality teams Other office-based personnel External Suppliers Subcontractors Professional bodies Existing and prospective clients Financial Authority In accordance with the applicable business or framework levels of authority. Qualifications and Experience Hold, or be actively working towards, a CIPS qualification. Previous experience within a procurement, purchasing or supply-chain environment would be advantageous. Experience supporting construction, civil engineering or infrastructure projects would be beneficial. An understanding of subcontractor and material procurement processes is desirable. Knowledge of supplier onboarding, governance and compliance checks would be advantageous. Key Skills and Competencies Analytical thinking and problem-solving Information gathering and evaluation Initiative and a proactive approach Planning and organisation Commercial awareness Negotiation skills Accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work at pace and meet deadlines Strong communication and relationship-building skills Enthusiasm, dedication and pride in delivering high-quality work Development Opportunities The role will provide opportunities to: Develop a detailed understanding of the organisation's culture, procedures and commercial objectives. Build strong relationships across the supplier and subcontractor network. Develop connections with project, commercial, estimating and operational teams. Take ownership of increasingly complex procurement packages and assignments. This job description is not exhaustive, and the successful candidate may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role.
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Woolston, Warrington
Overview Are you an experienced, knowledgeable buyer who can put their commercial awareness, negotiation, and confidence to make decisions to valuable use as part of the Solus Aviva family? Responsibilities Candidate can be based in Midlands, North West or Surrey region. The role: Our Procurement Buyer will support our Procurement Lead liaising with key stakeholders determining product and service needs, monitoring business trends while negotiating the best possible, quality, price, and delivery times. This role is critical to contribute to Solus strategic approach securing long term supplier relationships, risk mitigation and maintenance of day-to-day procurement requirements; Helping us to build the bodyshop of the future and sustain our long-term growth and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end supply chain process Optimise ordering and reordering from suppliers Mitigate risks by managing supplier relationships Maintain records of all suppliers Supporting the Commercial Department in forecasting and aligning findings with supply chain management Research requirements, opportunities, trends, and developments in the sector Collaborate to improve supplier relationships and supplier performance Review and manage supplier Non-Compliance Consider environmental impact of the supply chain and sustainability targets Qualifications Desirable qualifications and experience: Commercial education with business accreditationsin Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Applied Science, or a related field. 3-5 years in a buying function or supply chain desirable or relevant training required Highly analytical problem solver with an aptitude for figures. Ability to react quickly to an ever-changing industry sector. Self-motivated and driven to develop within the role. Excellent verbal and written communicator Who are Solus and what can they do for you? Solus is one of the largest body repair groups in the country, employing over 900 expert people across 25 UK locations and have repaired over 700,000 vehicles in the last 15 years. Our excellent benefits and rewards packages Group income protection with access to a GP and medical advice 24 hours per day for yourself and your family Competitive employer matched pension contributions Discounts on Aviva products and services Savings and benefits schemes Discounts and schemes for electric vehicle purchase for all employees Holding several main manufacturer approvals - Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini, and Volkswagen Well known for prestigious award winning in the industry, customer service, apprenticeships, and IT systems fields Links with Thatcham to get the best products and training here in the UK We have a variety of locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Excited but not sure you tick every box? We are inclusive - we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for individuals who can grow and support our business and we expect to do the same for you. We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of ourspecialists. This is an excellent time to join a rapidly growing business and help us to shape the future. What next? Please apply online and our recruitment team will be in contact within 7 days
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Overview Are you an experienced, knowledgeable buyer who can put their commercial awareness, negotiation, and confidence to make decisions to valuable use as part of the Solus Aviva family? Responsibilities Candidate can be based in Midlands, North West or Surrey region. The role: Our Procurement Buyer will support our Procurement Lead liaising with key stakeholders determining product and service needs, monitoring business trends while negotiating the best possible, quality, price, and delivery times. This role is critical to contribute to Solus strategic approach securing long term supplier relationships, risk mitigation and maintenance of day-to-day procurement requirements; Helping us to build the bodyshop of the future and sustain our long-term growth and sustainability. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end supply chain process Optimise ordering and reordering from suppliers Mitigate risks by managing supplier relationships Maintain records of all suppliers Supporting the Commercial Department in forecasting and aligning findings with supply chain management Research requirements, opportunities, trends, and developments in the sector Collaborate to improve supplier relationships and supplier performance Review and manage supplier Non-Compliance Consider environmental impact of the supply chain and sustainability targets Qualifications Desirable qualifications and experience: Commercial education with business accreditationsin Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Applied Science, or a related field. 3-5 years in a buying function or supply chain desirable or relevant training required Highly analytical problem solver with an aptitude for figures. Ability to react quickly to an ever-changing industry sector. Self-motivated and driven to develop within the role. Excellent verbal and written communicator Who are Solus and what can they do for you? Solus is one of the largest body repair groups in the country, employing over 900 expert people across 25 UK locations and have repaired over 700,000 vehicles in the last 15 years. Our excellent benefits and rewards packages Group income protection with access to a GP and medical advice 24 hours per day for yourself and your family Competitive employer matched pension contributions Discounts on Aviva products and services Savings and benefits schemes Discounts and schemes for electric vehicle purchase for all employees Holding several main manufacturer approvals - Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes Benz, BMW, Mini, and Volkswagen Well known for prestigious award winning in the industry, customer service, apprenticeships, and IT systems fields Links with Thatcham to get the best products and training here in the UK We have a variety of locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. We interview every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. Excited but not sure you tick every box? We are inclusive - we want applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are looking for individuals who can grow and support our business and we expect to do the same for you. We recognise that we can only achieve our vision with the dedication and collaboration of ourspecialists. This is an excellent time to join a rapidly growing business and help us to shape the future. What next? Please apply online and our recruitment team will be in contact within 7 days
AVIC Cabin Systems (UK) Limited
Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire
Purpose Leading Procurement Sourcing Strategy and Projects, you will be the custodian for creating, managing and governing strategic supplier sourcing and contracting plans, on behalf of the function. Working closely with key functional stakeholders, you will assume accountability for carrying out market and supplier analysis, commodity and supplier segmentation, supplier feasibility studies and supplier assessments, to aid in evolving, governing and deploying the sourcing strategy and relevant contracts. Aligning supplier sourcing strategy to the needs of the business will be critical, accounting for complexities in differing technical and economical operating environments of OEM Production (ACS UK / Sister company Fesher ) and Aftermarket (ACS UK). This is against a backdrop of balancing supplier cost, lead-time, quality, reliability and responsiveness performance measures, across a varied range of commodities and in challenging OEM NPI settings, whereby supplier inclusion into design for manufacture (DFMA) is essential. In support of strategic supplier sourcing activities, the role will set the standards for, and govern, the Strategic Sourcing Board on behalf of the function, as well as maintaining and governing supplier contracting plans, collaborating with Procurement Buyers to support and assist in contract adherence and deployment. In addition, the role will lead and own the Procurement digital strategy, project managing various continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cross-functional collaboration and / or enhancing functional capacity, through removing waste and increasing efficiency in key functional processes. Key Responsibilities Utilise tools and methods to analyse, critique and segment the current supplier base into strategic categories (eg. Grow, Maintain, Exit, etc.) Collaborate with key stakeholders to assess potential suppliers based on various technical and commercial criteria (eg. pricing, quality, lead-time, etc.) and Total Cost of Acquisition (TCA) Analyse purchasing spend, cost data, market research and supplier performance, to identify trends and opportunities for supplier sourcing initiatives Create and develop supplier sourcing strategies that are shaped and aligned to the needs and requirements of the business / group, in key operating environments (OEM NPI, OEM Production, Aftermarket) Regularly review and adapt the sourcing strategy through capturing and integrating changing market conditions and new business requirements Provide oversight on supplier selection through co-ordinating and governing the Strategic Sourcing Board process (for RFI, RFQ and Contract Award), with a focus on sourcing, evaluation (against commercial and technical criteria) and down-selection of suppliers Prepare data and reports on contract / sourcing activities to inform management decisionmaking and status updates Create and develop robust supplier contracts and support supplier negotiations, with a focus on protecting the business, supporting operational delivery and reducing commercial risk Provide guidance on supplier agreements, pricing structures and contractual matters Management of a supplier contract database, tracking contract expiry dates and scheduling RFQ activities Drive supplier integration in the NPI lifecycle, with inclusion in key NPI milestones (eg. DFMA). Identify opportunities for efficiencies and measurable cost savings / avoidance in the supply chain Create and leverage a Procurement digital strategy through leading and project managing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance collaboration and / or functional capacity Adhere to internal and external compliance / governance requirements Key Performance Measures Availability of sourcing strategy and contracting plans Contracting adherence % to planned schedule Contracting ratio vs spend Cost savings through contracting (target vs actual) Blanket vs discrete P/O ratio (spend) Completion of functional projects to cost, quality and delivery requirements Knowledge, Education, Skills and Experience Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of supplier sourcing and Procurement principles Knowledge of end-to-end Supply Chain concepts (demand and supply planning) Knowledge of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Microsoft Project Understanding of operating within MRP / ERP systems Knowledge of operating within the Engineering / Manufacturing sector is desirable Education Educated to degree level although experience and / or vocational qualifications are also valued CIPS qualification / Advanced Practitioner or equivalent is encouraged Ability to demonstrate continuous personal development Skills and competencies required Strong negotiating, influencing and communication skills (verbal, written, listening) Proficient technology skills (ERP, PowerBI, Microsoft Office) Meticulous attention to detail, comfortable with creating, analysing, interpreting and summarising complex information using large volumes of data Adept at maintaining business relationships and collaborating confidently with internal and external stakeholders, even in geographically dispersed teams Able to proactively identify and evaluate issues, and problem solve with creative and innovative thinking, in complex and ambiguous situations Ability to develop and concisely deliver data, reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders The ability to create a shared vision and influence decision making using facts and data Strong initiative and project management expertise, with a commitment to organizing, prioritizing and accomplishing work and achieving results / deadlines Demonstrates exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers Offers new ideas and creative suggestions for continuous improvement Self-motivated and actively participates in professional development and training opportunities Leader or influencer of change (processes, projects, procedures) Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative High degree of integrity, as data confidentiality is paramount Professional experience Demonstrated experience in Procurement and / or Supply Chain (>7 years) Experience of creating supplier contracts and negotiating pricing agreements (>5 years) Demonstrated experience of supplier segmentation and development of supplier sourcing strategies, across varied commodities (>5 years) Experience operating in an NPI environment, and integration of suppliers into key NPI milestones (eg. DFMA) (>3 years) Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment Aerospace or highly regulated industry is preferred Demonstrated development and creation of data analytics and performance measures Experience in Global Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and risk management Demonstrated experience of tracking and managing savings against budgeted spend Sound experience of end-to-end supply-chain planning and MRP systems Project management experience is desirable
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Purpose Leading Procurement Sourcing Strategy and Projects, you will be the custodian for creating, managing and governing strategic supplier sourcing and contracting plans, on behalf of the function. Working closely with key functional stakeholders, you will assume accountability for carrying out market and supplier analysis, commodity and supplier segmentation, supplier feasibility studies and supplier assessments, to aid in evolving, governing and deploying the sourcing strategy and relevant contracts. Aligning supplier sourcing strategy to the needs of the business will be critical, accounting for complexities in differing technical and economical operating environments of OEM Production (ACS UK / Sister company Fesher ) and Aftermarket (ACS UK). This is against a backdrop of balancing supplier cost, lead-time, quality, reliability and responsiveness performance measures, across a varied range of commodities and in challenging OEM NPI settings, whereby supplier inclusion into design for manufacture (DFMA) is essential. In support of strategic supplier sourcing activities, the role will set the standards for, and govern, the Strategic Sourcing Board on behalf of the function, as well as maintaining and governing supplier contracting plans, collaborating with Procurement Buyers to support and assist in contract adherence and deployment. In addition, the role will lead and own the Procurement digital strategy, project managing various continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing cross-functional collaboration and / or enhancing functional capacity, through removing waste and increasing efficiency in key functional processes. Key Responsibilities Utilise tools and methods to analyse, critique and segment the current supplier base into strategic categories (eg. Grow, Maintain, Exit, etc.) Collaborate with key stakeholders to assess potential suppliers based on various technical and commercial criteria (eg. pricing, quality, lead-time, etc.) and Total Cost of Acquisition (TCA) Analyse purchasing spend, cost data, market research and supplier performance, to identify trends and opportunities for supplier sourcing initiatives Create and develop supplier sourcing strategies that are shaped and aligned to the needs and requirements of the business / group, in key operating environments (OEM NPI, OEM Production, Aftermarket) Regularly review and adapt the sourcing strategy through capturing and integrating changing market conditions and new business requirements Provide oversight on supplier selection through co-ordinating and governing the Strategic Sourcing Board process (for RFI, RFQ and Contract Award), with a focus on sourcing, evaluation (against commercial and technical criteria) and down-selection of suppliers Prepare data and reports on contract / sourcing activities to inform management decisionmaking and status updates Create and develop robust supplier contracts and support supplier negotiations, with a focus on protecting the business, supporting operational delivery and reducing commercial risk Provide guidance on supplier agreements, pricing structures and contractual matters Management of a supplier contract database, tracking contract expiry dates and scheduling RFQ activities Drive supplier integration in the NPI lifecycle, with inclusion in key NPI milestones (eg. DFMA). Identify opportunities for efficiencies and measurable cost savings / avoidance in the supply chain Create and leverage a Procurement digital strategy through leading and project managing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance collaboration and / or functional capacity Adhere to internal and external compliance / governance requirements Key Performance Measures Availability of sourcing strategy and contracting plans Contracting adherence % to planned schedule Contracting ratio vs spend Cost savings through contracting (target vs actual) Blanket vs discrete P/O ratio (spend) Completion of functional projects to cost, quality and delivery requirements Knowledge, Education, Skills and Experience Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of supplier sourcing and Procurement principles Knowledge of end-to-end Supply Chain concepts (demand and supply planning) Knowledge of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power BI and Microsoft Project Understanding of operating within MRP / ERP systems Knowledge of operating within the Engineering / Manufacturing sector is desirable Education Educated to degree level although experience and / or vocational qualifications are also valued CIPS qualification / Advanced Practitioner or equivalent is encouraged Ability to demonstrate continuous personal development Skills and competencies required Strong negotiating, influencing and communication skills (verbal, written, listening) Proficient technology skills (ERP, PowerBI, Microsoft Office) Meticulous attention to detail, comfortable with creating, analysing, interpreting and summarising complex information using large volumes of data Adept at maintaining business relationships and collaborating confidently with internal and external stakeholders, even in geographically dispersed teams Able to proactively identify and evaluate issues, and problem solve with creative and innovative thinking, in complex and ambiguous situations Ability to develop and concisely deliver data, reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders The ability to create a shared vision and influence decision making using facts and data Strong initiative and project management expertise, with a commitment to organizing, prioritizing and accomplishing work and achieving results / deadlines Demonstrates exceptional customer service to both internal and external customers Offers new ideas and creative suggestions for continuous improvement Self-motivated and actively participates in professional development and training opportunities Leader or influencer of change (processes, projects, procedures) Highly self-motivated and able to work on own initiative High degree of integrity, as data confidentiality is paramount Professional experience Demonstrated experience in Procurement and / or Supply Chain (>7 years) Experience of creating supplier contracts and negotiating pricing agreements (>5 years) Demonstrated experience of supplier segmentation and development of supplier sourcing strategies, across varied commodities (>5 years) Experience operating in an NPI environment, and integration of suppliers into key NPI milestones (eg. DFMA) (>3 years) Demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment Aerospace or highly regulated industry is preferred Demonstrated development and creation of data analytics and performance measures Experience in Global Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and risk management Demonstrated experience of tracking and managing savings against budgeted spend Sound experience of end-to-end supply-chain planning and MRP systems Project management experience is desirable
Location: Clydebank (Excellent transport links via the Erskine Bridge and the new Renfrew Bridge) Salary: Up to £38,000 (Depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 38 hours per week Hours: Monday Thursday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (Enjoy a 3-day weekend, every weekend!) Work Model: On-site / Factory-based About the Opportunity STEM Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer based in Clydebank to source an experienced Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional from the engineering or manufacturing sector who is looking to progress their career within a growing, forward-thinking business. Operating under fresh, dynamic shop-floor leadership, our client offers a modern working structure, including a highly sought-after four-day working week to ensure an excellent work-life balance. Key Responsibilities As a Buyer, you will manage a mix of stock and project procurement, working closely with engineering, stores, and finance departments. Your day-to-day duties will include: Order Processing: Processing stock and project orders utilizing electronic requisition software and Bills of Materials (BOM) provided by the engineering team. Supplier Management: Sourcing quotes, placing orders, chasing lead times, and negotiating to reduce costs and lead times wherever possible. Inventory Control: Collaborating daily with the stores team, running expediting and stock shortfall reports, and maintaining stock accuracy using the ERP system (Sage 200). Relationship Building: Maintaining strong relationships with the existing supplier network while actively identifying new supplier opportunities. Cross-Department Collaboration: Attending weekly and monthly meetings to provide accurate procurement updates on project lead times; working closely with the accounts team to swiftly resolve supplier queries. Ad-hoc Administration: Assisting with daily admin tasks such as filing, scanning, and archiving. Skills and Experience Required Technical Procurement: Proven experience working in a technical buying role within the engineering or manufacturing sector is essential. Systems: A strong working knowledge of Sage 200 Accounts (or a similar ERP system) is essential. IT Literacy: High competency in the Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven track record of effectively managing and negotiating with suppliers. Attributes: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight project deadlines. Industry Knowledge (Desirable): Previous experience or knowledge of Electrical Switchgear or Electrical Manufacturing is highly advantageous. Qualifications (Desirable): A CIPS qualification at any level is preferred but not essential. What s on Offer? Our client values loyalty and hard work, offering a robust benefits package that includes: A Four-Day Working Week: Say goodbye to the Friday rush - enjoy a long weekend every single week. Healthcare: Eligibility to join the company s private healthcare plan after 2 years of service. Generous Holiday Allowance: Additional holiday entitlement rewarded for long service. Location & Accessibility: Situated in a prime Clydebank location with easy commute access points from Glasgow, Paisley, and surrounding areas. (Please note: Due to the hands-on nature of this manufacturing role, remote or hybrid working may not be available.) STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Location: Clydebank (Excellent transport links via the Erskine Bridge and the new Renfrew Bridge) Salary: Up to £38,000 (Depending on experience) Job Type: Full-time, Permanent 38 hours per week Hours: Monday Thursday, 7:00 AM 5:00 PM (Enjoy a 3-day weekend, every weekend!) Work Model: On-site / Factory-based About the Opportunity STEM Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a leading manufacturer based in Clydebank to source an experienced Buyer. This is a fantastic opportunity for a procurement professional from the engineering or manufacturing sector who is looking to progress their career within a growing, forward-thinking business. Operating under fresh, dynamic shop-floor leadership, our client offers a modern working structure, including a highly sought-after four-day working week to ensure an excellent work-life balance. Key Responsibilities As a Buyer, you will manage a mix of stock and project procurement, working closely with engineering, stores, and finance departments. Your day-to-day duties will include: Order Processing: Processing stock and project orders utilizing electronic requisition software and Bills of Materials (BOM) provided by the engineering team. Supplier Management: Sourcing quotes, placing orders, chasing lead times, and negotiating to reduce costs and lead times wherever possible. Inventory Control: Collaborating daily with the stores team, running expediting and stock shortfall reports, and maintaining stock accuracy using the ERP system (Sage 200). Relationship Building: Maintaining strong relationships with the existing supplier network while actively identifying new supplier opportunities. Cross-Department Collaboration: Attending weekly and monthly meetings to provide accurate procurement updates on project lead times; working closely with the accounts team to swiftly resolve supplier queries. Ad-hoc Administration: Assisting with daily admin tasks such as filing, scanning, and archiving. Skills and Experience Required Technical Procurement: Proven experience working in a technical buying role within the engineering or manufacturing sector is essential. Systems: A strong working knowledge of Sage 200 Accounts (or a similar ERP system) is essential. IT Literacy: High competency in the Microsoft Office package, particularly Excel. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a proven track record of effectively managing and negotiating with suppliers. Attributes: High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet tight project deadlines. Industry Knowledge (Desirable): Previous experience or knowledge of Electrical Switchgear or Electrical Manufacturing is highly advantageous. Qualifications (Desirable): A CIPS qualification at any level is preferred but not essential. What s on Offer? Our client values loyalty and hard work, offering a robust benefits package that includes: A Four-Day Working Week: Say goodbye to the Friday rush - enjoy a long weekend every single week. Healthcare: Eligibility to join the company s private healthcare plan after 2 years of service. Generous Holiday Allowance: Additional holiday entitlement rewarded for long service. Location & Accessibility: Situated in a prime Clydebank location with easy commute access points from Glasgow, Paisley, and surrounding areas. (Please note: Due to the hands-on nature of this manufacturing role, remote or hybrid working may not be available.) STEM Recruitment Solutions Ltd operates as both a Recruitment Agency and a Recruitment Business. We endeavour to reply to all applications when possible however on occasions this may not be possible due to volumes of responses. STEM Recruitment is a Scientific, Engineering and Manufacturing Recruitment business supplying talented staff to permanent and temporary opportunities.
Are you an organised administrator who enjoys variety and wants to become an integral part of a close-knit team? Our client, a well-established business based in Arundel, is looking for an Administrator to provide day-to-day support across purchasing, customer service and general office operations. Working closely with a small team of Buyers, you'll play a key role in ensuring orders are processed efficiently, stock is managed accurately and customers receive a first-class service. As you become established, there will also be the opportunity to get involved in sales support, customer service and lead follow-up activities. The Role Supporting a team of 2-3 Buyers with day-to-day administration Raising and processing purchase orders Chasing suppliers for order updates and delivery schedules Monitoring stock levels and helping maintain inventory accuracy Updating and maintaining Excel reports and internal systems Handling general customer and supplier enquiries via phone and email Providing administrative support across the wider office Assisting with customer service and sales support activities Following up enquiries and supporting lead generation/telemarketing campaigns where required About You Purchasing administration or order processing Stock control or inventory administration Customer service or sales support Using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Working within an electronics, engineering or manufacturing environment (highly desirable) The Package Permanent, full-time position Salary of up to 27,000pa DOE Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:15pm, Friday: 8:30am - 1:00pm Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunity to broaden your skills across purchasing, customer service and sales support If you're looking for a varied administrative role where no two days are the same and you can genuinely become an important part of a growing team, we'd love to hear from you.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Are you an organised administrator who enjoys variety and wants to become an integral part of a close-knit team? Our client, a well-established business based in Arundel, is looking for an Administrator to provide day-to-day support across purchasing, customer service and general office operations. Working closely with a small team of Buyers, you'll play a key role in ensuring orders are processed efficiently, stock is managed accurately and customers receive a first-class service. As you become established, there will also be the opportunity to get involved in sales support, customer service and lead follow-up activities. The Role Supporting a team of 2-3 Buyers with day-to-day administration Raising and processing purchase orders Chasing suppliers for order updates and delivery schedules Monitoring stock levels and helping maintain inventory accuracy Updating and maintaining Excel reports and internal systems Handling general customer and supplier enquiries via phone and email Providing administrative support across the wider office Assisting with customer service and sales support activities Following up enquiries and supporting lead generation/telemarketing campaigns where required About You Purchasing administration or order processing Stock control or inventory administration Customer service or sales support Using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Working within an electronics, engineering or manufacturing environment (highly desirable) The Package Permanent, full-time position Salary of up to 27,000pa DOE Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 5:15pm, Friday: 8:30am - 1:00pm Friendly and supportive working environment Opportunity to broaden your skills across purchasing, customer service and sales support If you're looking for a varied administrative role where no two days are the same and you can genuinely become an important part of a growing team, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Technical Buyer St John's Wood, London 37,000 - 40,000 + Benefits Office Based (Hybrid Working Available After Probation) Are you a Buyer with a technical, engineering or manufacturing background looking to join a global organisation offering international exposure, career development and long-term progression? We're recruiting for a Technical Buyer to join a well-established international procurement team based in London. Supporting manufacturing operations across multiple countries, you'll play a key role in sourcing engineering spare parts, equipment and assemblies from suppliers across Europe and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supplier negotiation, international sourcing and building long-term supplier relationships within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role Manage RFQs and source engineering components and spare parts Obtain, compare and negotiate supplier quotations Prepare costings, quotations and margin calculations Raise purchase orders and manage supplier relationships Source products from international suppliers across Europe and the Far East Develop and maintain supplier partnerships Work closely with engineering and internal stakeholders Produce reports and maintain procurement data Utilise SAP and ERP systems to manage procurement activities About You Engineering, Technical or Science-related qualification 2-5 years' buying or procurement experience within engineering, manufacturing or FMCG environments Experience purchasing technical products, equipment or spare parts Strong commercial awareness and supplier negotiation skills Knowledge of Incoterms and international procurement processes Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills What's On Offer? Salary of 37,000 - 40,000 Clear development and progression opportunities International sourcing exposure Opportunity to attend overseas trade fairs and exhibitions Supportive and collaborative working environment Hybrid working after successful completion of probation Convenient St John's Wood location, just a short walk from the station About the Business You'll be joining a global manufacturing group employing over 30,000 people worldwide. The business supports manufacturing operations across numerous international locations and has built a reputation for developing talent, encouraging autonomy and providing excellent long-term career opportunities. If you're a Technical Buyer, Engineering Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Executive or Buyer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Technical Buyer St John's Wood, London 37,000 - 40,000 + Benefits Office Based (Hybrid Working Available After Probation) Are you a Buyer with a technical, engineering or manufacturing background looking to join a global organisation offering international exposure, career development and long-term progression? We're recruiting for a Technical Buyer to join a well-established international procurement team based in London. Supporting manufacturing operations across multiple countries, you'll play a key role in sourcing engineering spare parts, equipment and assemblies from suppliers across Europe and beyond. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys supplier negotiation, international sourcing and building long-term supplier relationships within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Role Manage RFQs and source engineering components and spare parts Obtain, compare and negotiate supplier quotations Prepare costings, quotations and margin calculations Raise purchase orders and manage supplier relationships Source products from international suppliers across Europe and the Far East Develop and maintain supplier partnerships Work closely with engineering and internal stakeholders Produce reports and maintain procurement data Utilise SAP and ERP systems to manage procurement activities About You Engineering, Technical or Science-related qualification 2-5 years' buying or procurement experience within engineering, manufacturing or FMCG environments Experience purchasing technical products, equipment or spare parts Strong commercial awareness and supplier negotiation skills Knowledge of Incoterms and international procurement processes Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP Business One Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills What's On Offer? Salary of 37,000 - 40,000 Clear development and progression opportunities International sourcing exposure Opportunity to attend overseas trade fairs and exhibitions Supportive and collaborative working environment Hybrid working after successful completion of probation Convenient St John's Wood location, just a short walk from the station About the Business You'll be joining a global manufacturing group employing over 30,000 people worldwide. The business supports manufacturing operations across numerous international locations and has built a reputation for developing talent, encouraging autonomy and providing excellent long-term career opportunities. If you're a Technical Buyer, Engineering Buyer, Procurement Specialist, Purchasing Executive or Buyer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.
Wallace Hind Selection LTD
Corby, Northamptonshire
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
As a Buyer, are you frustrated in your current procurement role or just ready for a new challenge? If you want more autonomy and responsibility to drive change and improvements in our purchasing function, with a clear career path into a more senior buying role, then you should keep reading. We re a manufacturing and assembly site in Oakham, with a domestic and international client base, and we need your help to drive our purchasing department forwards. BASIC SALARY: Up to £40,000 dependent on your relevant experience BENEFITS: 4% employer pension Cash back medical plan after probation 37.5 hour working week Lunchtime finish on a Friday 24 days holiday + bank holidays rising with service External training and qualifications, if needed for your development LOCATION: Oakham, Rutland COMMUTABLE LOCATIONS: Corby, Melton Mowbray, Market Harborough, Stamford, Grantham, Uppingham, Peterborough, Kettering, Wellingborough Why should you join us? Our business is growing thanks to the government-backed incentives around the power industry We can offer you genuine career development into a more senior buying role We manufacture on site, so you can get involved hands on with the business and really make a difference JOB DESCRIPTION: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Our procurement team and production planning work closely together, so you ll know what to buy and how much of it. We have over 1000+ different SKUs that we directly procure. As a Buyer, you ll support our existing Buyers, ease their workload and be involved in all areas of direct purchasing including raw materials, consumables, parts, and components. No two days will be the same. This role is vital in the success of our business growth. RESPONSIBILITIES: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, production, engineering Drive down procurement costs, improve our existing supplier lead times, improve product quality. Ensure your raw materials, parts and components are ordered in a timely manner, with transparency of lead times there will be 1000s of different things being bought. Some are simple reorder generation, others will be bespoke or one-off purchase orders. Raise, chase and close off POs Find that balance between minimum and maximum stock levels Support the existing Buying team YOUR BACKGROUND: Buyer, Procurement - raw materials, manufacturing, engineering Solid procurement exposure from a manufacturing or production / assembly environment Experience of stock control and supplier management, cost reduction and improving lead times You will be competent with ERP systems and have good Excel skills too Experienced with CAD drawings (Schematics) / Bill of Materials (BOMs) Ideally your direct buying experience will cover a variety of things such as stainless steel, aluminium, fabricated or machined parts, sheet-metal, mild steel and sub-assemblies, hydraulics, pneumatics, fasteners, technical consumables etc so you will find the transition to us easier. But, we also welcome your application if you come from any manufacturing related procurement background. THE COMPANY: We design and manufacture our own special purpose machinery and equipment. We sell domestically and globally into the power and telecoms sectors. PROSPECTS: There is a genuine career development opportunity for you within our business if you are good enough. It is highly likely you will have worked in any of the following roles and/or markets and worked with the following products and/or services: Buyer, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer - raw materials, MRP, ERP, Excel, expediting, purchasing, CIPS. INTERESTED? Please click apply. You will receive an acknowledgement of your application. Please Note: Wallace Hind Selection have been chosen as the retained recruitment partner of our client and therefore any direct applications to our client from candidates or agencies will be forwarded on to us direct. REF: JAC18438, Wallace HInd Selection
Senior Buyer Permanent Contract Birmingham Hybrid - 2 days at home 3 days in the office We are partnering with a leading electronic engineering and manufacturing business in Birmingham seeking an experienced Operational Buyer to join their UK purchasing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys end-to-end supplier management, negotiation and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. The role Manage a defined portfolio of suppliers and subcontractors, developing and delivering clear category strategies. Source new supply solutions and challenge existing suppliers to drive improvements in quality, cost and delivery (QCD). Negotiate and maintain contract agreements in line with group purchasing terms and commercial T&Cs. Run RFQs, benchmark key suppliers and support major UK projects and NPD activity to strict timelines. Conduct supplier audits, monitor performance and lead corrective actions where required. Provide accurate, timely budgetary information and report cost movement and productivity savings. Support operational purchasing needs across all UK manufacturing sites, helping to minimise risk in the supply chain. Contribute to and uphold the company's CSR, core values and Code of Ethics in all purchasing activity. About you Proven experience in a purchasing or buying role, within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Comfortable managing both direct materials and indirect services, with an understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills, with an eye for detail and continuous improvement. Confident communicator, able to work closely with stakeholders across operations, engineering, quality and finance. Highly IT literate, with strong Excel skills and experience using ERP/MRP systems. Self-motivated, organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ideally MCIPS qualified or working towards and holding a valid UK driving licence. How to apply If you're a proactive buyer looking to take ownership of a key supplier portfolio and make a tangible impact on cost, quality and delivery, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience and salary expectations. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer Permanent Contract Birmingham Hybrid - 2 days at home 3 days in the office We are partnering with a leading electronic engineering and manufacturing business in Birmingham seeking an experienced Operational Buyer to join their UK purchasing team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys end-to-end supplier management, negotiation and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. The role Manage a defined portfolio of suppliers and subcontractors, developing and delivering clear category strategies. Source new supply solutions and challenge existing suppliers to drive improvements in quality, cost and delivery (QCD). Negotiate and maintain contract agreements in line with group purchasing terms and commercial T&Cs. Run RFQs, benchmark key suppliers and support major UK projects and NPD activity to strict timelines. Conduct supplier audits, monitor performance and lead corrective actions where required. Provide accurate, timely budgetary information and report cost movement and productivity savings. Support operational purchasing needs across all UK manufacturing sites, helping to minimise risk in the supply chain. Contribute to and uphold the company's CSR, core values and Code of Ethics in all purchasing activity. About you Proven experience in a purchasing or buying role, within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Comfortable managing both direct materials and indirect services, with an understanding of commercial contract terms and conditions. Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills, with an eye for detail and continuous improvement. Confident communicator, able to work closely with stakeholders across operations, engineering, quality and finance. Highly IT literate, with strong Excel skills and experience using ERP/MRP systems. Self-motivated, organised and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Ideally MCIPS qualified or working towards and holding a valid UK driving licence. How to apply If you're a proactive buyer looking to take ownership of a key supplier portfolio and make a tangible impact on cost, quality and delivery, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a brief covering note outlining your relevant experience and salary expectations. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Senior Buyer sought for a large manufacturing site to the North of Bristol. Now is an exciting time to join a rapidly growing provider of high value precision machinery, where you can play a crucial part in the order placement and expediting process of various commodities. Your responsibilities will include actioning purchase requisitions, generating purchase orders, and effectively communicating with suppliers to ensure seamless delivery. You will also be tasked with resolving delivery, invoice, and price discrepancies that may arise. We are looking for a skilled buyer who possesses a proven track record in process improvement, exceptional people and supplier management skills, and a commitment to systematic compliance. The role is offered full time, fixed term for 12 months, with real potential to become permanent after initial 12 months. Working with a growing tech company, you will enjoy a range of generous benefits alongside a competitive salary, coupled with future development / progression opportunities. Experience and Qualifications: You should have a purchasing / supply chain qualification such as CIPS Level 4, and a qualification in technical discipline. As an experienced Buyer, you will be familiar with MRP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards. You should have experience working in engineering/production environments driven by challenging deadlines and managing changes to ensure quality and delivery objectives are achieved. Your experience should include end-to-end complex manufacturing supply chains and Purchasing processes. Additional Information: Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK without ever requiring sponsorship. Copies of Passports / Visas will be requested for verification. Salary / benefits: c 45k plus generous benefits Job Term: 12 months Fixed Term, potentially leading to Permanent, Full Time, Onsite Skills: Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement, Process Improvement, CIPS, ERP, MRP, Manufacturing. To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan
Sep 01, 2026
Contractor
Senior Buyer sought for a large manufacturing site to the North of Bristol. Now is an exciting time to join a rapidly growing provider of high value precision machinery, where you can play a crucial part in the order placement and expediting process of various commodities. Your responsibilities will include actioning purchase requisitions, generating purchase orders, and effectively communicating with suppliers to ensure seamless delivery. You will also be tasked with resolving delivery, invoice, and price discrepancies that may arise. We are looking for a skilled buyer who possesses a proven track record in process improvement, exceptional people and supplier management skills, and a commitment to systematic compliance. The role is offered full time, fixed term for 12 months, with real potential to become permanent after initial 12 months. Working with a growing tech company, you will enjoy a range of generous benefits alongside a competitive salary, coupled with future development / progression opportunities. Experience and Qualifications: You should have a purchasing / supply chain qualification such as CIPS Level 4, and a qualification in technical discipline. As an experienced Buyer, you will be familiar with MRP systems, such as SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards. You should have experience working in engineering/production environments driven by challenging deadlines and managing changes to ensure quality and delivery objectives are achieved. Your experience should include end-to-end complex manufacturing supply chains and Purchasing processes. Additional Information: Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK without ever requiring sponsorship. Copies of Passports / Visas will be requested for verification. Salary / benefits: c 45k plus generous benefits Job Term: 12 months Fixed Term, potentially leading to Permanent, Full Time, Onsite Skills: Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing, Procurement, Process Improvement, CIPS, ERP, MRP, Manufacturing. To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan
Senior Buyer 45,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Senior Buyer with a passion for global sourcing and strategic procurement? We're looking for a commercially-minded procurement professional to take ownership of an international supplier network, sourcing precision-machined components for a market-leading engineering manufacturer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have genuine influence over purchasing strategy, supplier development, and supply chain resilience. What you'll be doing: Developing and managing an international supplier base across Europe and Asia. Negotiating commercial agreements to secure the best value, quality and delivery. Identifying new sourcing opportunities and driving cost-saving initiatives. Managing supplier performance and ensuring a resilient supply chain. Monitoring market trends, mitigating risk and improving procurement strategies. Working closely with engineering, production and operations to support business growth. What we're looking for: Proven experience purchasing precision-machined components internationally. Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills. Experience working with overseas suppliers, particularly across Asia and Europe. Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems. A strategic thinker who enjoys improving processes and delivering commercial value. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, valves, oil & gas or similar industries would be highly advantageous. What's on offer: Salary of 45,000- 60,000 depending on experience. Discretionary bonus. Medicash Health Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Death in Service. Company pension. Genuine career development within a successful and expanding engineering business. A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact. If you're looking for a role where you can influence procurement strategy, build international supplier partnerships and play a key part in a growing engineering business, we'd love to hear from you. WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Senior Buyer 45,000 - 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Senior Buyer with a passion for global sourcing and strategic procurement? We're looking for a commercially-minded procurement professional to take ownership of an international supplier network, sourcing precision-machined components for a market-leading engineering manufacturer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have genuine influence over purchasing strategy, supplier development, and supply chain resilience. What you'll be doing: Developing and managing an international supplier base across Europe and Asia. Negotiating commercial agreements to secure the best value, quality and delivery. Identifying new sourcing opportunities and driving cost-saving initiatives. Managing supplier performance and ensuring a resilient supply chain. Monitoring market trends, mitigating risk and improving procurement strategies. Working closely with engineering, production and operations to support business growth. What we're looking for: Proven experience purchasing precision-machined components internationally. Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills. Experience working with overseas suppliers, particularly across Asia and Europe. Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems. A strategic thinker who enjoys improving processes and delivering commercial value. Experience within engineering, manufacturing, valves, oil & gas or similar industries would be highly advantageous. What's on offer: Salary of 45,000- 60,000 depending on experience. Discretionary bonus. Medicash Health Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Death in Service. Company pension. Genuine career development within a successful and expanding engineering business. A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact. If you're looking for a role where you can influence procurement strategy, build international supplier partnerships and play a key part in a growing engineering business, we'd love to hear from you. WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide. WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Purchasing Assistant Desford LE9 hybrid currently onsite 3 days Mon, Weds & Fri (WFH on a Tues + Thurs). Potential to be 5 days on site in the future. 12 Month Contract likely to extend for the right person. This opportunity could set you up to move into a permanent role! 37.5 hours a week (office hours you can discuss your preferred start/finish times at interview) £16.11 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rate £22.06 We re looking for a Purchasing Assistant to work within our globally renowned Fortune 100 client s purchasing team. they manufacture building construction machines at their site in Desford. This is initially a 12 month contract, which is likely to extend for the right person and could set you up to move into a permanent role! The team purchase small items that go on to every machine, typically nuts, washers, bolts, fasteners, fixings, small bearings, decals, fluid conveyance clips and pipes you don t need to be a parts expert you just need to be able to learn, as you will have training on parts. Ideally we would like to find a confident team player who has experience liaising with suppliers, and is eager to learn and thrives in a fast-paced environment - personality really will go a long way in this instance! If this sounds like you, perhaps this excellent opportunity could be the next step in your purchasing career? What will the Purchasing Assistant do? • Support 3 Buyers with their admin requirements - the variety of learning is endless! • Drive automation and process updates, including SWS reviews and CI opportunities • Manage supplier relationships with quarterly face-to-face visits (UK + Europe) and monthly Teams calls for strategic suppliers, and improve invoice defect metrics by 10% • New Business growth through customer support/new part setup • Manage engineering changes and new part setup for customer focus • Travel: circa 10% of time, for supplier or customer visits in the UK or Europe What skills and experience will the Purchasing Assistant need? • Purchasing or supply chain experience, you need to be used to working with suppliers! • Ability to work from own initiative and confidently handle day to day workload • Must be able to complete data analysis • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills - be able to clearly and confidently communicate with all parties and work well within a global team • Microsoft Office: in particular Teams, Outlook, Excel (Vlookup/Formulas), Powerpoint • Desirable experience: knowledge of Power BI / Glovia / AI tools to enhance productivity To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.
Sep 01, 2026
Contractor
Purchasing Assistant Desford LE9 hybrid currently onsite 3 days Mon, Weds & Fri (WFH on a Tues + Thurs). Potential to be 5 days on site in the future. 12 Month Contract likely to extend for the right person. This opportunity could set you up to move into a permanent role! 37.5 hours a week (office hours you can discuss your preferred start/finish times at interview) £16.11 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rate £22.06 We re looking for a Purchasing Assistant to work within our globally renowned Fortune 100 client s purchasing team. they manufacture building construction machines at their site in Desford. This is initially a 12 month contract, which is likely to extend for the right person and could set you up to move into a permanent role! The team purchase small items that go on to every machine, typically nuts, washers, bolts, fasteners, fixings, small bearings, decals, fluid conveyance clips and pipes you don t need to be a parts expert you just need to be able to learn, as you will have training on parts. Ideally we would like to find a confident team player who has experience liaising with suppliers, and is eager to learn and thrives in a fast-paced environment - personality really will go a long way in this instance! If this sounds like you, perhaps this excellent opportunity could be the next step in your purchasing career? What will the Purchasing Assistant do? • Support 3 Buyers with their admin requirements - the variety of learning is endless! • Drive automation and process updates, including SWS reviews and CI opportunities • Manage supplier relationships with quarterly face-to-face visits (UK + Europe) and monthly Teams calls for strategic suppliers, and improve invoice defect metrics by 10% • New Business growth through customer support/new part setup • Manage engineering changes and new part setup for customer focus • Travel: circa 10% of time, for supplier or customer visits in the UK or Europe What skills and experience will the Purchasing Assistant need? • Purchasing or supply chain experience, you need to be used to working with suppliers! • Ability to work from own initiative and confidently handle day to day workload • Must be able to complete data analysis • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills - be able to clearly and confidently communicate with all parties and work well within a global team • Microsoft Office: in particular Teams, Outlook, Excel (Vlookup/Formulas), Powerpoint • Desirable experience: knowledge of Power BI / Glovia / AI tools to enhance productivity To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.
Following the award of significant new long-term programmes and company expansion, a global manufacturer of engineering solutions to the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence and High Technology sectors has a new vacancy for a Senior Buyer to join the team. You will be responsible for the procurement of materials & services and developing suppliers to ensure cost effective and efficient supply. Applicants are sought with purchasing experience ideally gained within a manufacturing and/or engineering environment. The Role Source and purchase raw materials and services. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, lead times and contracts. Raise and manage purchase orders through the ERP system. Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality, and cost. Work closely with production, engineering, and planning teams to ensure material availability. Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Resolve supply chain issues and manage supplier risks. Maintain accurate records and generate reports for procurement performance. Challenge supplier pricing where appropriate and support purchasing cost control initiatives. The Person Experience in a Buyer or procurement role within manufacturing, engineering or a fast-paced environment. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with strong attention to detail. Thorough understanding of supply chain processes and procurement best practices. Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build effective supplier relationships. CIPS qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Following the award of significant new long-term programmes and company expansion, a global manufacturer of engineering solutions to the Aerospace, Automotive, Defence and High Technology sectors has a new vacancy for a Senior Buyer to join the team. You will be responsible for the procurement of materials & services and developing suppliers to ensure cost effective and efficient supply. Applicants are sought with purchasing experience ideally gained within a manufacturing and/or engineering environment. The Role Source and purchase raw materials and services. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, lead times and contracts. Raise and manage purchase orders through the ERP system. Monitor supplier performance including delivery, quality, and cost. Work closely with production, engineering, and planning teams to ensure material availability. Support cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects. Resolve supply chain issues and manage supplier risks. Maintain accurate records and generate reports for procurement performance. Challenge supplier pricing where appropriate and support purchasing cost control initiatives. The Person Experience in a Buyer or procurement role within manufacturing, engineering or a fast-paced environment. Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills with strong attention to detail. Thorough understanding of supply chain processes and procurement best practices. Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build effective supplier relationships. CIPS qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable.
Competitive Salary Core hours: 7:30am 4:30pm Mon-Thurs and Fri 7:30am 1:30pm. Travelling will be required. The Role This is a hands-on business development role focused on identifying and securing new fabrication and manufacturing opportunities. You will be responsible for developing new customer relationships, generating enquiries, securing quotation opportunities and converting prospects into long-term customers. Working closely with our engineering and production teams, you will play a key role in growing our customer base and increasing sales revenue. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities within defence, marine, rail and industrial engineering sectors. Research and identify target customers requiring fabrication, welding, machining and assembly services. Generate and qualify leads through networking, industry events and direct customer engagement. Arrange and attend customer meetings throughout the UK. Build relationships with buyers, procurement teams, engineers and project managers. Manage enquiries from initial contact through to quotation and order placement. Maintain and develop a healthy sales pipeline. Identify opportunities for repeat business and long-term partnerships. Represent at customer sites, trade shows and industry events. Requirements Essential Proven track record in engineering, fabrication or manufacturing sales. Experience developing new business opportunities. Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Confident communicator with the ability to engage at all levels. Self-motivated and results driven. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining or metalworking processes. Experience supplying the defence, marine or rail sectors. Existing industry contacts. Ability to understand engineering drawings and specifications. What Success Looks Like New customer accounts won. Increased sales pipeline value. Growth in fabrication and manufacturing revenue. Strong customer relationships and repeat business. Increased presence within target sectors.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Competitive Salary Core hours: 7:30am 4:30pm Mon-Thurs and Fri 7:30am 1:30pm. Travelling will be required. The Role This is a hands-on business development role focused on identifying and securing new fabrication and manufacturing opportunities. You will be responsible for developing new customer relationships, generating enquiries, securing quotation opportunities and converting prospects into long-term customers. Working closely with our engineering and production teams, you will play a key role in growing our customer base and increasing sales revenue. Key Responsibilities Develop new business opportunities within defence, marine, rail and industrial engineering sectors. Research and identify target customers requiring fabrication, welding, machining and assembly services. Generate and qualify leads through networking, industry events and direct customer engagement. Arrange and attend customer meetings throughout the UK. Build relationships with buyers, procurement teams, engineers and project managers. Manage enquiries from initial contact through to quotation and order placement. Maintain and develop a healthy sales pipeline. Identify opportunities for repeat business and long-term partnerships. Represent at customer sites, trade shows and industry events. Requirements Essential Proven track record in engineering, fabrication or manufacturing sales. Experience developing new business opportunities. Strong commercial and negotiation skills. Confident communicator with the ability to engage at all levels. Self-motivated and results driven. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable Knowledge of fabrication, welding, machining or metalworking processes. Experience supplying the defence, marine or rail sectors. Existing industry contacts. Ability to understand engineering drawings and specifications. What Success Looks Like New customer accounts won. Increased sales pipeline value. Growth in fabrication and manufacturing revenue. Strong customer relationships and repeat business. Increased presence within target sectors.
Are you a Buyer from a High-Mix, Low Volume manufacturing / engineering environment , who would like to work for a business that prides itself on the reliability, precision and premium finishing standards it provides to its clients who work on exciting projects around both in the UK and around the world? Our client, a well established, industry leading manufacturer of bespoke, high end hardware products have an exciting Buyer opportunity within purchasing team, where you'll be responsible for playing a crucial role in ensuring the OTIF (on time in full) target is met by managing key purchasing / buying activities focused on materials, complex make-to-order components and multiple subcontracted services. As a Buyer, you will be ensuring supply continuity and OTIF/ quality expectations are met; cost control; strong supplier relationships and management; and the accuracy of ERP data, whilst being the first point of contact for your colleagues internally for escalated queries in this highly collaborative and fast paced working environment. As a Buyer , your role will involve: Converting Material Requirements Planning (MRP) demand into POs Placing and chasing orders with suppliers for subcontracted services Chasing and expediting orders with suppliers Acting as the point of contact for Production and Sales on order status and queries Actioning MRP expectations and preventing shortages Supporting supplier performance, development and improvement - e.g. OTIF, quality, cost Supporting order confirmations, supplier tenders and RFQs (building packs using technical drawings) Creating reports and maintaining the integrity of data on the ERP system (e.g. supplier information, pricing, products, MOQ, MSL) I am interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Buyer, Purchaser, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Officer, or Purchasing / Buying / Buyer professional ideally from a High-Mix, Low Volume (HMLV) manufacturing / engineering industry background , and who possesses solid ERP / MRP system experience and the ability to interpret / read technical drawings and specifications. Salary for this position is 38,000 to 40,000 p.a. (depending on the level of experience). Benefits include: Hybrid working, free parking on-site, on-site gym, Christmas Closure (on top of annual leave). The business offers free parking on-site. If you are taking public transport, there are lots of bus stops very close by that provide access to train stations as well. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Are you a Buyer from a High-Mix, Low Volume manufacturing / engineering environment , who would like to work for a business that prides itself on the reliability, precision and premium finishing standards it provides to its clients who work on exciting projects around both in the UK and around the world? Our client, a well established, industry leading manufacturer of bespoke, high end hardware products have an exciting Buyer opportunity within purchasing team, where you'll be responsible for playing a crucial role in ensuring the OTIF (on time in full) target is met by managing key purchasing / buying activities focused on materials, complex make-to-order components and multiple subcontracted services. As a Buyer, you will be ensuring supply continuity and OTIF/ quality expectations are met; cost control; strong supplier relationships and management; and the accuracy of ERP data, whilst being the first point of contact for your colleagues internally for escalated queries in this highly collaborative and fast paced working environment. As a Buyer , your role will involve: Converting Material Requirements Planning (MRP) demand into POs Placing and chasing orders with suppliers for subcontracted services Chasing and expediting orders with suppliers Acting as the point of contact for Production and Sales on order status and queries Actioning MRP expectations and preventing shortages Supporting supplier performance, development and improvement - e.g. OTIF, quality, cost Supporting order confirmations, supplier tenders and RFQs (building packs using technical drawings) Creating reports and maintaining the integrity of data on the ERP system (e.g. supplier information, pricing, products, MOQ, MSL) I am interested in speaking with candidates who have experience working as a Buyer, Purchaser, Procurement Specialist, Procurement Officer, or Purchasing / Buying / Buyer professional ideally from a High-Mix, Low Volume (HMLV) manufacturing / engineering industry background , and who possesses solid ERP / MRP system experience and the ability to interpret / read technical drawings and specifications. Salary for this position is 38,000 to 40,000 p.a. (depending on the level of experience). Benefits include: Hybrid working, free parking on-site, on-site gym, Christmas Closure (on top of annual leave). The business offers free parking on-site. If you are taking public transport, there are lots of bus stops very close by that provide access to train stations as well. Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Dungannon, County Tyrone
Buyer (Manufacturing/Engineering) 31,200 - 39,520 + Progression + Training + Overtime Dungannon Are you a Buyer or similar with a background in engineering or manufacturing or similar, looking to join a growing manufacturing business who are offering a full-time permanent role with training, progression and overtime to boost earnings? On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing company where you will take ownership of procurement activities, supplier relationships, stock control initiatives, and continuous improvement projects. You will work closely with production, stores, quality and management teams to ensure materials are available when needed, while supporting the company's ongoing growth plans. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, negotiating with suppliers, maintaining accurate Bills of Materials, monitoring stock levels, and implementing lean purchasing and inventory management initiatives. You will also contribute to procurement strategy development and support continuous improvement projects across the business. This role would suit someone with a background as a Buyer or similar within a manufacturing or engineering environment, or someone looking for a full-time permanent role with a well-established company offering training, progression, and overtime to boost earnings. The Role: Source and procure materials, components and services to ensure continuity of production Negotiate pricing, lead times and delivery schedules to achieve best value Build and develop strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and purchasing records Manage purchase orders, goods receipts and invoice-related processes Monday to Thursday (8 am-5 pm) Fri (8 am-2 pm) The Person: Background as Buyer or similar Background within manufacturing, engineering or similar Commutable to Dungannon Reference Number: BBBH26993A If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Sep 01, 2026
Full time
Buyer (Manufacturing/Engineering) 31,200 - 39,520 + Progression + Training + Overtime Dungannon Are you a Buyer or similar with a background in engineering or manufacturing or similar, looking to join a growing manufacturing business who are offering a full-time permanent role with training, progression and overtime to boost earnings? On offer is the opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing company where you will take ownership of procurement activities, supplier relationships, stock control initiatives, and continuous improvement projects. You will work closely with production, stores, quality and management teams to ensure materials are available when needed, while supporting the company's ongoing growth plans. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, negotiating with suppliers, maintaining accurate Bills of Materials, monitoring stock levels, and implementing lean purchasing and inventory management initiatives. You will also contribute to procurement strategy development and support continuous improvement projects across the business. This role would suit someone with a background as a Buyer or similar within a manufacturing or engineering environment, or someone looking for a full-time permanent role with a well-established company offering training, progression, and overtime to boost earnings. The Role: Source and procure materials, components and services to ensure continuity of production Negotiate pricing, lead times and delivery schedules to achieve best value Build and develop strong supplier relationships while monitoring supplier performance Maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and purchasing records Manage purchase orders, goods receipts and invoice-related processes Monday to Thursday (8 am-5 pm) Fri (8 am-2 pm) The Person: Background as Buyer or similar Background within manufacturing, engineering or similar Commutable to Dungannon Reference Number: BBBH26993A If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&Cs, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
Construction Buyer Broughton Contract - 12 Months Salary 44.00 per hour Umbrella ARM has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Buyer to join a fast paced team at a Global Defence Company. The Role: Services/Goods are delivered on time, on quality and within budget, in compliance with Building procurement strategy objectives. Savings targets are met. Efficient supply chain with national and international supplier panels and competitive bidder lists in line with commodity and sub-commodity procurement strategy National and international supplier contracts are properly negotiated and managed based on GP contract policy, with the objective to reduce risks to Airbus Internal Customers? satisfaction. Proper and adequate communication/reporting. Requirements: 5 years of experience within procurement or operations or facility management Experience in setting up a procurement strategy Experience in Building project management would be highly appreciated Advanced Project Management skills to motivate cross-functional project teams in situations of often conflicting objectives (internal customer, supplier, budget) Advanced negotiation skills Knowledge about procurement building contracts Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Sep 01, 2026
Contractor
Construction Buyer Broughton Contract - 12 Months Salary 44.00 per hour Umbrella ARM has an exciting opportunity for a Construction Buyer to join a fast paced team at a Global Defence Company. The Role: Services/Goods are delivered on time, on quality and within budget, in compliance with Building procurement strategy objectives. Savings targets are met. Efficient supply chain with national and international supplier panels and competitive bidder lists in line with commodity and sub-commodity procurement strategy National and international supplier contracts are properly negotiated and managed based on GP contract policy, with the objective to reduce risks to Airbus Internal Customers? satisfaction. Proper and adequate communication/reporting. Requirements: 5 years of experience within procurement or operations or facility management Experience in setting up a procurement strategy Experience in Building project management would be highly appreciated Advanced Project Management skills to motivate cross-functional project teams in situations of often conflicting objectives (internal customer, supplier, budget) Advanced negotiation skills Knowledge about procurement building contracts Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
