Technical Engineering Buyer

Job Title:

Technical Buyer

Location:

Telford

Pay Rate: £25.00 - £30.00 per hour (PAYE)

Contract:

Minimum 3 months (potential to extend)

Hours:

Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:45pm
Friday 8:00am - 12:00 noon

A well-established engineering manufacturer specialising in bespoke mechanical handling and control systems for industrial and offshore environments. Projects run from concept through to manufacture, installation and commissioning.

This is a hands‑on Technical Buyer role supporting production across two facilities. Working with two existing Buyers and reporting to the Purchasing Controller, you will purchase components and services to support engineering and project requirements. The role involves strong supplier interaction, negotiation, expediting and cost control within a fast‑paced engineering environment.

• Manage purchasing requirements across engineering, projects and production
• Source and onboard suppliers for parts and services
• Issue RFQs and negotiate pricing, lead times and terms
• Raise and maintain purchase orders within ERP/MRP systems
• Expedite deliveries and manage delivery risks
• Monitor stock levels and support stock takes
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data
• Attend production, design and contract review meetings
• Provide supplier performance feedback on cost, quality and delivery
• Support spare parts sourcing and quoting
• Arrange shipping and export documentation where required
• Resolve invoice queries, returns and supplier issues

• Experience in purchasing or supply chain within an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Able to work with engineering drawings and manufacturing processes
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Confident communicator with suppliers and internal teams
• ERP/MRP and Microsoft Office experience
• Well organised and able to prioritise in a busy environment