Procurement Buyer
Description✓Hiring 1 x Procurement Buyer
✓Location: London
✓Salary: £35-40k
✓My client have a great opportunity for a Procurement Buyer to join a growing company in the supply chain team, working closely with engineering in the development of a novel phased array antenna system
✓The successful candidate will be comfortable in carrying out sourcing activities from RFQs and order placements, to agreeing contractual terms with suppliers, as well as continuous stakeholder management
✓This role relies on effective workload prioritisation and high independent productivity to meet the needs of the business
✓Technical responsibilities:
✓Assist management of the procurement of electronic components, and PCA deliveries with the CEM in line with project schedules, for the design of electronically steered antennas used in satellite communication.
✓Run reports from the ERP system relating to supplier KPIs, spend tracking, open commitment, etc.
✓Manage ad-hoc procurement purchasing requests for other commodities where required [cables, metalwork, services, etc].
✓Obtain competitive pricing for purchase requests to achieve company cost-savings.
✓Complete material cost analysis' where required and help track spend in line with budgets.
✓Proactively coordinate with engineering teams and component suppliers/manufacturers to build and maintain solid relationships to aid cost optimisation and mitigate component lead times
✓Organisational Responsibilities:
✓Report into the senior buyer and engineering teams on status updates with regards component kitting dates and production readiness etc.
✓Support quality compliance to help maintain the ISO9001/AS9100 ambitions of the organisation by following and enforcing procurement related processes.
✓Maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of materials and components.
✓Identify and manage any risks associated with procurement progress affecting project timelines
✓This may involve identification of supply chain risks, ensuring compliance with contracts, and developing sourcing strategies for component groups
✓Qualifications & Skills:
✓Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement, preferably in the electronics/aerospace/satcomms industry
✓Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or suitable qualification in a related discipline
✓Strong negotiation, communication and relationship management skills
✓High attention to detail and task prioritisation
✓Knowledge of electrical/mechanical BOM structures related to electronic product assemblies, and basic PCA manufacturing processes
✓Proficient in MS Office
✓Awareness of NDAs/procurement terms and conditions
✓Desirable:
✓CIPS Level 4 qualified or desire to work towards qualification
✓Knowledge of export and trade compliance
✓Experience with ERP systems [SAP, IFS]
✓Appreciation of AS9100 / ISO9001 processes
✓Benefits:
✓Competitive salary
✓Bonus scheme [up to 30% based on personal and company performance]
✓Contributory pension [company contribution of 6%]
✓Life insurance at 4x salary
✓Private medical insurance for employee and dependants
✓BUPA Dental Cover
✓WeCare - access to 24/7 online GP
✓25 days holiday [plus recognised public holidays] and holiday purchase scheme
✓Flexible working
✓Hybrid working [4:1]
✓Excellent training - continuing professional development to drive your career
✓Season ticket loan
✓Cycle to work scheme
✓Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
✓Reimbursement of Professional Fees and an annual contribution towards personal development courses
✓Please send a CV to
✓People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
✓People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas Show more →
✓Location: London
✓Salary: £35-40k
✓My client have a great opportunity for a Procurement Buyer to join a growing company in the supply chain team, working closely with engineering in the development of a novel phased array antenna system
✓The successful candidate will be comfortable in carrying out sourcing activities from RFQs and order placements, to agreeing contractual terms with suppliers, as well as continuous stakeholder management
✓This role relies on effective workload prioritisation and high independent productivity to meet the needs of the business
✓Technical responsibilities:
✓Assist management of the procurement of electronic components, and PCA deliveries with the CEM in line with project schedules, for the design of electronically steered antennas used in satellite communication.
✓Run reports from the ERP system relating to supplier KPIs, spend tracking, open commitment, etc.
✓Manage ad-hoc procurement purchasing requests for other commodities where required [cables, metalwork, services, etc].
✓Obtain competitive pricing for purchase requests to achieve company cost-savings.
✓Complete material cost analysis' where required and help track spend in line with budgets.
✓Proactively coordinate with engineering teams and component suppliers/manufacturers to build and maintain solid relationships to aid cost optimisation and mitigate component lead times
✓Organisational Responsibilities:
✓Report into the senior buyer and engineering teams on status updates with regards component kitting dates and production readiness etc.
✓Support quality compliance to help maintain the ISO9001/AS9100 ambitions of the organisation by following and enforcing procurement related processes.
✓Maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of materials and components.
✓Identify and manage any risks associated with procurement progress affecting project timelines
✓This may involve identification of supply chain risks, ensuring compliance with contracts, and developing sourcing strategies for component groups
✓Qualifications & Skills:
✓Minimum 3 years' experience in procurement, preferably in the electronics/aerospace/satcomms industry
✓Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management or suitable qualification in a related discipline
✓Strong negotiation, communication and relationship management skills
✓High attention to detail and task prioritisation
✓Knowledge of electrical/mechanical BOM structures related to electronic product assemblies, and basic PCA manufacturing processes
✓Proficient in MS Office
✓Awareness of NDAs/procurement terms and conditions
✓Desirable:
✓CIPS Level 4 qualified or desire to work towards qualification
✓Knowledge of export and trade compliance
✓Experience with ERP systems [SAP, IFS]
✓Appreciation of AS9100 / ISO9001 processes
✓Benefits:
✓Competitive salary
✓Bonus scheme [up to 30% based on personal and company performance]
✓Contributory pension [company contribution of 6%]
✓Life insurance at 4x salary
✓Private medical insurance for employee and dependants
✓BUPA Dental Cover
✓WeCare - access to 24/7 online GP
✓25 days holiday [plus recognised public holidays] and holiday purchase scheme
✓Flexible working
✓Hybrid working [4:1]
✓Excellent training - continuing professional development to drive your career
✓Season ticket loan
✓Cycle to work scheme
✓Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
✓Reimbursement of Professional Fees and an annual contribution towards personal development courses
✓Please send a CV to
✓People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
✓People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas Show more →