Buyer

Leicester, UK Owen Daniels Engineering Buyer Are you an Engineering Buyer looking for your next opportunity? Do you have experience procuring engineered components within a manufacturing environment and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and BOMs? If so, this could be the perfect role for you. Our client, a leading engineering and manufacturing business, is seeking an Engineering Buyer to join their team in Oxfordshire. The successful candidate will have a strong procurement background within engineering, excellent supplier management skills, and experience sourcing technical components to support production and business objectives. Engineering Buyer Permanent Position Salary: Up to £50,000 (DOE) Monday to Friday (On-Site) Oxfordshire Engineering Buyer Job Description • Source and procure engineered and technical components to support production requirements and project deadlines • Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing, lead times, and contracts to achieve the best commercial outcomes • Review engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications to ensure accurate purchasing decisions • Monitor supplier performance, resolve supply issues, and work closely with engineering, production, and planning teams to maintain material availability • Maintain accurate purchasing records using ERP/MRP systems and identify opportunities for cost reduction and continuous improvement Engineering Buyer Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience) • Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement or buying of engineered or technical components within a manufacturing environment • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications • Proven negotiation, supplier management, and commercial awareness skills • Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, or Microsoft Dynamics, along with strong Microsoft Excel skills • Experience within machine tools, automation, industrial equipment, aerospace, defence, or heavy engineering would be highly advantageous • Full UK Driving Licence • Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills If you, or anyone you know are interested in the role, click apply or send your CV to (url removed)