Buyer

Buyer

Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 (depending on experience)

Location: Hayes, Middlesex

Contract Type: Permanent

Sector: Manufacturing

Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday (4 Day working week) 

 Are you an experienced procurement professional looking to make your mark within a fast-paced manufacturing environment? We’re seeking a Buyer to join our dynamic team and take responsibility for sourcing, supplier management, and procurement activities that support new product introduction (NPI) and production programmes. 

As a Buyer, you’ll work closely with engineering, R&D, and project teams to ensure materials and components are sourced on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You’ll play a key role in developing supplier relationships and supporting them through APQP and quality planning processes to meet programme requirements. 

Key Responsibilities for the Buyer:

• Partner with cross-functional teams to understand NPI requirements and deliver effective procurement support.
• Source and purchase materials and components in line with programme schedules.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, acting as the key point of contact for all purchasing activities.
• Manage supplier quotations, RFQs, and cost evaluations to ensure value and reliability.
• Support supplier quality documentation such as APQP and PPAP where required.
• Monitor supplier performance and address potential risks early.
• Maintain accurate BOM data and support engineering change activities.
• Contribute to project reviews, providing clear updates on supply chain status and risks.

Requirements for the Buyer role:

• Degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ procurement experience, ideally within manufacturing or NPI environments.
• Solid understanding of sourcing processes, supply chain management, and BOM structures.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (IFS preferred).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational and problem-solving ability.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications for the Buyer:

• Experience in mechanical engineering, precision components, machined parts, or high-pressure systems.
• Understanding of NPI lifecycles from prototype through to production release.
• Familiarity with APQP / PPAP / supplier quality principles.
• APICS or CIPS Level 4 qualification.
• Experience conducting supplier audits and managing quality processes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Buyer who wants to contribute to innovation and supply chain excellence within a forward-thinking manufacturing business. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Buyer, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to become our next Buyer and help shape the future of advanced manufacturing.