Buyer

Overview OSI Electronics UK provides end-to-end electronic manufacturing services, from design and prototyping to PCB assembly and full box builds. Serving both UK and international markets, we are known for delivering high-quality, reliable products with outstanding customer support and on-time delivery. Our clients span a wide range of industries including Medical & Life Sciences, Broadcast & Communication, Industrial Equipment, Commercial Products, Aerospace & Defence. Role Overview We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team. You will be responsible for coordinating purchasing activities across departments, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of components and materials to meet production schedules. This role is key to supplier management, cost optimisation, and maintaining accurate procurement data. Responsibilities Coordinate purchasing activities in line with MRP requirements and production schedules. Raise and manage purchase orders and requisitions. Source components at optimal pricing and specifications from approved vendors. Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure best value and quality. Expedite deliveries and escalate supply issues to senior buyer or purchasing manager. Support urgent sourcing needs for immediate production requirements. Act as first-line support for delivery delays and production shortages. Maintain accurate procurement data and resolve invoice, delivery, or quality disputes. Share market intelligence with internal teams (e.g., lead time changes, price fluctuations, product obsolescence). Assist in supply base optimisation and implementation of procurement strategies. Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork. Demonstrate behavior consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct. It is the responsibility of every employee to report to their manager or a member of senior management any quality problems or defects in order for corrective action to be implemented and to avoid recurrence of the problem. Duties may be modified or assigned at any time to meet the needs of the business. Qualifications 3–5 years’ experience in procurement, supply chain, or related roles. Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply and CIPS membership (desirable but not essential). Experience in electronics manufacturing or Contract Electronics Manufacturing (CEM) preferred. Skills & Competencies Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and MRP systems. Excellent negotiation and supplier relationship management. Strong customer service and internal stakeholder engagement. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES OSI Systems, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively “OSI”) does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. If any person or entity, including a recruiter or agency, submits any information, including any resume or information regarding any potential candidate, without a signed agreement in place with OSI, OSI explicitly reserves the right to use such information, and pursue and/or hire such candidates, without any financial obligation to the person, recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited information or resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are considered and deemed to be the property of OSI. OSI Systems, Inc. has three operating divisions: (a) Security, providing security and inspection systems, turnkey security screening solutions and related services; (b) Healthcare, providing patient monitoring, diagnostic cardiology and anesthesia systems; and (c) Optoelectronics and Manufacturing, providing specialized electronic components and electronic manufacturing services for original equipment manufacturers with applications in the defense, aerospace, medical and industrial markets, among others.