Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to 50k/AnnumAs the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.What we would like from the Senior Buyer:CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation5 years'' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturingStrong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specificationsProficient in ERP/MRP systemsAbility to read engineering drawings and BOMsStrong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and productionFamiliarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworksData-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detailWhat we offer the Senior Buyer:Salary up to 50,000 doe25 days annual leave bank holidays39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15)Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salaryInternal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platformEmployee Assistance ..... full job details .....