Interim Senior Engineering Buyer
1 week ago
**COMPRESSED HOURS - 4-DAY WORKING WEEK**Butler Ross are pleased to be recruiting for a senior engineering buyer on a contract basis, on behalf of globally renowned manufacturing organisation. This is an initial 6 month contract with the expectation to extend further, offering an Umbrella Rate of £46/hour on a condensed 4-day working week (that's Fridays off). This position also operates on a hybrid working model, with the flexibility to work from home 1-2x a week; with their office based in Ampthill, Bedfordshire.The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing supplier delivery and supporting a diverse range of activities across multiple categories, including both simple and complex build-to-print components. Key areas of focus will include commodities such as PCBs / PCB-As , box-build assemblies, cable harnesses, and mechanical parts.Ideal candidates will have prior experience in purchasing or procurement, with a particular emphasis on sourcing and managing complex drawn items.Key Responsibilities:Managing the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing RFQs, facilitating tenders, establishing terms and conditions, conducting negotiations, evaluating bids, and awarding contracts. Negotiating with suppliers to secure optimal value and favourable terms. Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships with key internal teams and external business partners. Ensuring all procurement activities adhere to internal policies and legislative requirements. Holding procurement delegation authority to sign supplier agreements and purchase orders within established limits. Contributing to the ongoing enhancement of supply chain processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.Ideal Experience:Procurement experience within a similar technical manufacturing environment (e.g. - Aerospace, Automotive Defence) OR as an Proven track record as a Senior Engineering Buyer or in a similar procurement role.Extensive experience sourcing complex drawn components, including mechanical assemblies and PCB assemblies (PCB-A). Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environments. Strong expertise in procurement best practices, with a focus on efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Exceptional communication skills, capable of effectively managing stakeholder expectations and fostering collaborative relationships.If this sounds like an opportunity you would like to explore further, please apply via this advert or feel free to reach out to us at Butler Ross for a conversation and additional information.This role will likely be well suited to you if you have held any of the following (or similar) positions:Buyer / Senior Buyer / Engineering Buyer / Senior Engineering Buyer / Category Buyer / Commodity Buyer / Manufacturing Buyer / NPI Buyer / Mechanical Buyer / Electronics Buyer / Lead Buyer / Procurement Specialist / Sourcing Specialist / Category Manager / Procurement Manager / Purchasing Manager / Procurement Lead / Supply Chain Specialist
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