Purchaser

Benefits: * 30 Days holiday including bank holidays * Training and development opportunities * Nest pension plan * Great company culture Company Profile: A world leading manufacturing and development company who supply specialist equipment to the MOD, Military and Defence sectors are currently expanding their team. Job Profile: An innovative organisation is currently seeking a versatile Technical Buyer with expertise in technical procurement and project-based mechanical engineering environments. Candidates must be UK nationals and will undergo security vetting upon employment. Duties: * Utilise technical procurement skills to support company projects and financial objectives * Balance quality, delivery, and cost in technical procurement * Work with ERP or MRP systems and manage master lists of parts * Select and develop suppliers * Maintain stock levels and manage the goods inwards process * Source and select suppliers, place and progress orders * Calculate reorder points, economic order quantities, and minimum stock levels Skills & Attributes: * Extensive experience in technical procurement within a project-based role * Proficiency in ERP or MRP systems * Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering processes * Ability to work independently * Experience in supplier selection and development * Knowledge of stock control and inventory management * Preferably 5+ years in an engineering manufacturing environment * Relevant qualification in purchasing/procurement, minimum ONC/D level Hours of Work: 39.5 hours per week Monday to Thursday: 7:30 – 16:00 Friday: 7:30 – 13:00