https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-buyer-nicholas-associates-engineering--168be384-e09d-498e-99dc-bedb637d32ad RSS feed for Head Buyer at Nicholas Associates Engineering. en-gb Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:17:17 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-buyer-nicholas-associates-engineering--168be384-e09d-498e-99dc-bedb637d32ad https://jobs.co.uk/job/head-buyer-nicholas-associates-engineering--168be384-e09d-498e-99dc-bedb637d32ad Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:52:35 GMT Location: Yorkshire | Salary: 45000.00-45000.00 Annual | Type: Permanent | Position: Head BuyerLocation: West YorkshireSalary: £45K-£50KNicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services. This role is critical in ensuring engineering requirements are accurately communicated, purchase orders are effectively managed, and supplier performance supports the delivery demands of a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring all engineering specifications and requirements are clearly defined and fully authorised.Coordinate closely with suppliers to expedite deliveries, track progress, and provide timely updates to internal stakeholders.Resolve non-conformances quickly and effectively to minimise disruption to operations.Review and validate supplier commercial terms, including payment terms, delivery conditions, and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment with company standards.Lead tender processes, including supplier selection and contract creation, with clearly defined deliverables and terms.Develop and maintain a high-performing, strategic supplier base.Conduct supplier audits to ensure quality, performance, and com... Permanent