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

About the Company

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.

The Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

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

About You

· 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