Technical Buyer

Your new company We are currently supporting an engineering and manufacturing organisation to recruit two Technical Buyers after internal promotions. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and operational efficiency, this company offers a dynamic environment where procurement plays a strategic role in driving performance and value. Your new role As a Technical Buyer, you''ll be responsible for the strategic sourcing of engineered parts (electronics, panels, fabricated parts etc.), raw materials (metals, plastics, rubber) and services for the production of goods. You''ll manage the end-to-end procurement process, ensuring a cost-effective and risk-adverse approach is taken to supplier sourcing and contract negotiation to achieve long-term value creation.Key responsibilities:Manage Cradle-to-grave procurement for a wide range of engineering commoditiesDevelop and implement sourcing strategies for defined categoriesSource, evaluate and onboard new suppliers inline with engineering needsLead commercial negotiation for contractual agreements with new and existing suppliersImplement supplier performance controls such as scorecards/KPIs and business reviewsWork closely with engineers to define specifications, drawings and make-vs-buy decisions to optimise commercial valueSupport NPI and project-based procurement on a case-by-case basisReview supplier risks, price variation or quality issues to the Procurement Manager with recommendations for resolutionsSupport contract ..... full job details .....