Engineering buyer

Engineering Buyer

£42,000 - £48,000 + annual performance bonus, life assurance, pension, sick pay, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, and on-site perks

Monday - Friday, Days

Commutable from Bedford, Cambridge, St Neots, Biggleswade, Huntingdon, and Royston

Are you an experienced Engineering Buyer with a background in technical sourcing, component procurement, and manufacturing supply chains?

Do you want an autonomous procurement role with full ownership of a purchasing function and genuine impact within a growing business?

• Manage end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and materials purchasing for production and custom engineering projects.

• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate purchasing.

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with key suppliers to achieve maximum cost efficiency.

• Resolve supply chain bottlenecks, quality discrepancies, and delivery delays while maintaining accurate stock levels.

The company:

• An established, market-leading technical manufacturing business seeking an independent procurement professional.

• A sole-charge procurement role reporting directly to the Board Director and supported by an administrative team.

• Focuses on driving best-value procurement, cost reduction, and value engineering without compromising on quality or lead times.

• Works collaboratively across internal engineering, production, and quality teams to meet strict technical and regulatory standards.

For more information please click apply and contact Hazel Luna on

The position:

• Take sole responsibility for sourcing engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services from approved suppliers.

• Coordinate with wider Group companies to leverage combined spend and secure volume pricing on high-value raw materials.

• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by sourcing prototype materials and managing early supplier involvement.

About you:

• Proven experience in technical or engineering procurement within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or engineering environment.

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, raw materials, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and complex BOMs.

• Self-motivated, proficient with ERP/MRP systems, and capable of running a 1-person procurement function autonomously.

Please note: Candidates must have valid legal authorization to work in the UK and be based on the UK mainland. Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT, and Science roles ranging from mid to senior-level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates who have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying for this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.

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