Engineering 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 TPBN1_UKTJ