Technical Buyer

We are seeking an experienced Technical Buyer to work within our procurement team to ensure the delivery, sourcing and procurement of specialised technical components, raw materials and sub-assemblies within the electronics manufacturing sector

Working alongside our Engineering, Quality and Project Management teams to ensure that all requirements are understood for form, fit and function as well as being the technical expert for the Supply Chain department.

The role ensures that all purchased goods meet stringent quality, regulatory and engineering specifications while maintaining cost-efficiency and supply continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret technical drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to source correct components; support the NPI and prototype developments
• Identify and evaluate suppliers based on their technical capability, quality certifications and reliability.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure supplier adherence to business and industry standards
• Manage supplier relationships with a focus on traceability, material certification, and conformity.
• Support engineering change control and ensure procurement actions align with business requirements.
• Source and procure approved materials, precision components, machined parts, composites and specialist services.
• Monitor supplier performance using metrics such as OTIF, concession rates, and audit outcomes.
• Ensure that robust contracts are in place to ensure that suppliers are accountable for their performance.
• Cost savings and value engineering contributions.
• Compliance metrics - reduction of non-conformances, improved traceability.
• Approval, onboarding and supplier-to-supplier changes to reduce supply and quality risk

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing process documentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and certification requirements
• Proven procurement experience within the electronics manufacturing sector or other highly regulated industries
• Experience using ERP/purchasing systems in a fast-paced technical environment
• Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products (Word Excel PowerPoint etc) to produce reports and analyse data.
• Experience working with PCB’s, CNC, sheet metal and experience with cameras and sensors (preferred)
• Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Electronics , Supply Chain, or related discipline (preferred).
• CIPS qualification or progression towards CIPS (beneficial).

• 25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service)
• The opportunity to work flexibly and to work your contracted hours over the week so that you can enjoy an early finish on a Friday.
• 4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service)
• BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of probationary period)
• Long Service Rewards
• Employer Pension contributions of 6.8%
• Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work
• Discounted Ferry Bookings
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Bi-Monthly on-site massages
• Excellent Training Opportunities
• Recommend a friend scheme
• Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table and tuck shop
• Staff social events throughout the year

Due to our pre-employment checks, we require applicants to have lived in the UK for at least 5 years.

To apply, please send your CV to joel.fletcher@rheinmetall.com