Buyer

Description:

Buyer

Location: Near Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: On site, Monday to Friday

Salary: £29-£32k

The Company

Our client is a well established electronics manufacturing business specialising in the design, assembly and supply of complex electronic systems and printed circuit board assemblies. They support a diverse customer base across multiple technical industries, delivering high quality, precision built electronic products within a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Buyer to support both the commercial and operational teams.

The Role

The Buyer will play a key role within the supply chain function, responsible for sourcing materials, components and services to ensure production and operational requirements are met efficiently with Order expediting, placing POs and progressing them in

This role involves working closely with internal teams and external suppliers to manage the procurement process from quotation stage through to order fulfilment. The successful candidate will ensure continuity of supply while balancing cost, quality and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Manage supply chain partners relating to Bills of Materials (BoM), indirect suppliers and service providers

Order expediting, placing POs and progressing them in

Process customer BoMs onto internal systems and liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing and lead time information

Identify and highlight potential supply issues such as obsolescence or sole source components to support the sales quotation process

Place purchase orders following sales order receipt in line with quoted pricing, quality standards and lead time requirements

Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality and delivery metrics

Produce and maintain order status reports and delivery trackers

Maintain accurate records of supplier details and purchase orders within the MRP system

Participate in Production and New Product Introduction (NPI) contract review meetings

Build strong working relationships with internal departments regarding materials and supply chain matters

Conduct regular supplier reviews, identifying improvement opportunities and cost reduction initiatives

Research and evaluate new suppliers where required

Work closely with the stores function to support stock management and inventory reduction plans

Ensure continuity of supply and communicate any potential risks that may impact production or business operations

Contribute ideas and initiatives to improve operational efficiency, supplier performance and cost control

Maintain a professional and consistent approach with all external partners

Provide flexible support to the wider business where required
Experience & Skills Required

2-3 years’ experience within a purchasing or procurement role

Experience within electronics, technical manufacturing, or light engineering environments

Experience purchasing electronic components or PCBs

Strong communication and negotiation skills

High level of attention to detail

Excellent IT skills including intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)

Previous experience using MRP or ERP systems

Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload effectively

Strong problem solving skills

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a fast paced environment

Willingness to support and assist colleagues across departments when required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative manufacturing environment where the purchasing function plays a critical role in supporting operational success and customer delivery.

If you are interested in the role of Buyer and feel that you have the relevant experience, please contact your Recruitment Partner, Lisa Logan at Unicorn Resourcing.

If this job isn't exactly right for you but you're looking for something new, please contact us for a confidential career discussion.

Unicorn Resourcing Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in regard to this Permanent opportunity