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

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management:

• Oversee procurement operations for an engineering-focused supplier portfolio, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
  
  
• Cultivate and strengthen supplier relationships, exploring opportunities to add greater value and enhance the performance of a dynamic, agile supply chain.
  
  
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in all procurement processes and supplier interactions.
  
  
• Lead business reviews, assessing supplier performance and setting objectives for improvement to meet business goals.
  
  
• Regularly assess risks and conduct supplier audits, ensuring ongoing alignment of supplier investments with company strategies.
  
  
• Apply problem-solving techniques to drive meaningful improvements in supplier performance, addressing issues at their core.
  
  
• Identify and source new suppliers capable of meeting complex specifications and commercial expectations.
  
  
• Support the introduction of new parts and adapt the supply chain to accommodate evolving needs and requirements.
  
  
• Prepare and issue RFIs and RFQs, providing comprehensive cost-benefit analysis and ROI recommendations.
  
  
• Manage changes in supplier relationships, including onboarding, disengagement, and change management throughout the contract duration.
  
  

• Strong analytical abilities, with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced IT skills.
  
  
• Experience in technical procurement, including engineering and machined parts, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
  
  

• Experience working within integrated project management teams.
  
  
• Experience in forming and structuring contracts.
  
  
• CIPS Level 4 or above qualification.
  
  

• Demonstrates the company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Courage.
  
  
• A collaborative team player with strong communication skills, able to engage with cross-functional teams.
  
  
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
  
  
• Proactive and results-driven, capable of planning, executing, and monitoring procurement activities to achieve supply chain goals.
  
  
• Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to thrive under pressure, multitask, and meet demanding deadlines.
  
  

• 37.5-hour working week.
  
  
• Lunchtime finishes on Fridays.
  
  
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
  
  
• 28 days annual leave, with Christmas closure.
  
  
• Holiday purchasing scheme.