Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to £50k/Annum

As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro‑mechanical manufacturing. The role also involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation
• 5 years’ experience in procurement within electro‑mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing
• Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems
• Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs
• Strong commercial negotiation and supplier‑relationship skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management capabilities across engineering and production
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