Buyer

Job Title: Buyer
Location: Cannock
Term: Running until end of September 2026
IR35: INSIDE
Hourly Rate: £DOE

Key Skills: Buyer, Engineering, Hardware, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, ERP, Supplier, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Production, Pricing, Engineering

We are working in partnership with a leading engineering manufacturer in the West Midlands to recruit an experienced Buyer on a contract basis through to the end of September. This is a fantastic opportunity to support the delivery of high-integrity, safety-critical programmes within a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

The Role

As Buyer, you will play a key role in supporting engineering and production teams by ensuring the timely procurement of materials, components, and services. Operating within a complex supply chain, you will help drive cost, quality, and delivery performance while maintaining compliance with defence and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities as a Buyer:

• Manage end-to-end procurement of components, materials, and services
• Raise and manage purchase orders in line with MRP/ERP demand signals
• Expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery to production and project schedules
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Programme teams to support delivery
• Source new suppliers and support supplier selection and onboarding
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to achieve best value
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues proactively
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and defence procurement standards
• Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives

Key Requirements as a Buyer:

• Proven experience as a Buyer within engineering, manufacturing, or defence environments
• Strong understanding of technical procurement (e.g. machined parts, electronics, assemblies)
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, IFS or similar)
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across engineering and operations teams
• Experience in expediting and managing suppliers in a project-based environment
• Good commercial awareness and negotiation skills

Desirable

• Experience within defence, aerospace, or other regulated industries
• Knowledge of export controls / compliance (e.g. ITAR, EAR)

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile defence programmes
• Collaborative environment working alongside engineering and project teams
• Immediate start with a defined contract scope through to September

If you're an experienced Buyer looking for your next contract in a dynamic engineering environment, apply now or get in touch for more information.

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