Engineering buyer

Engineering Buyer

-42,000 - -48,000 + annual performance bonus, life assurance, pension, sick pay, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, and on-site perks

Monday - Friday, Days

Commutable from Bedford, Cambridge, St Neots, Biggleswade, Huntingdon, and Royston

Are you an experienced Engineering Buyer with a background in technical sourcing, component procurement, and manufacturing supply chains?

Do you want an autonomous procurement role with full ownership of a purchasing function and genuine impact within a growing business?

• Manage end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and materials purchasing for production and custom engineering projects.

• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate purchasing.

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with key suppliers to achieve maximum cost efficiency.

• Resolve supply chain bottlenecks, quality discrepancies, and delivery delays while maintaining accurate stock levels.

The company:

• An established, market-leading technical manufacturing business seeking an independent procurement professional.

• A sole-charge procurement role reporting directly to the Board Director and supported by an administrative team.

• Focuses on driving best-value procurement, cost reduction, and value engineering without compromising on quality or lead times.

• Works collaboratively across internal engineering, production, and quality teams to meet strict technical and regulatory standards.

For more information please click apply and contact Hazel Luna on (phone number removed)

The position:

• Take sole responsibility for sourcing engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services from approved suppliers.

• Coordinate with wider Group companies to leverage combined spend and secure volume pricing on high-value raw materials.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by sourcing prototype materials and managing early supplier involvement.

About you:

• Proven experience in technical or engineering procurement within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or engineering environment.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, raw materials, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and complex BOMs.

• Self-motivated, proficient with ERP/MRP systems, and capable of running a 1-person procurement function autonomously.

Please note: Candidates must have valid legal authorization to work in the UK and be based on the UK mainland. Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT, and Science roles ranging from mid to senior-level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates who have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying for this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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