Senior technical buyer

Senior Technical Buyer Location: Livingston, Scotland (Easily commutable from Edinburgh and Glasgow) Salary: £44,000 - £52,000 per annum, DOE Sector: Medical Devices and Diagnostics / Life Sciences About the Opportunity Our client is an incredibly innovative and rapidly growing Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) operating within the cutting-edge medical device and diagnostics sector. Following sustained expansion, they are now looking for an experienced and commercially minded Senior Technical Buyer to join their team in Livingston. This is a pivotal role supporting both fast-paced RandD programmes and commercial manufacturing operations for a diverse portfolio of UK and international customers. Sitting at the heart of the operation, you will take full ownership of technical procurement, supplier management, materials planning, and inventory coordination across multiple concurrent projects in a regulated, high-compliance environment. Key Areas of Responsibility: Technical Procurement: Lead end-to-end purchasing and strategic supplier negotiations. Planning and Coordination: Manage production and material planning to ensure complete continuity of supply. Systems Management: Drive efficiency through the company s ERP/MRP systems. Quality and Compliance: Monitor supplier performance and adhere to strict quality compliance standards. Continuous Improvement: Support scaling operations, inventory optimisation, and process improvement initiatives. ..... full job details .....