Technical Buyer in Northampton, Northamptonshire

ARM are delighted to be supporting an Engineering Services provider for the role of a Technical Buyer on a permanent basis, based in Northampton.

The Technical Buyer will work closely with the technical, commercial, logistics and project teams to ensure all components and services are procured on-time.

Responsibilities:

* Lead the procurement function to ensure project and departmental objectives are achieved
* Ensure sufficient resources are available to satisfy project and departmental targets
* Support business Quality System certification activities
* Understand and advise on materials, manufacturing processes and latest industry innovations
* Work within the corporate framework of systems, policy and procedures
* Work with Supplier Quality to evaluate and re-evaluate suppliers
* Ensure that the business is commercially protected

Requirements:

* Previous responsibility and accountability gained from a similar role and environment
* A high capability in understanding drawings and technical information
* SAP experience would be ideal
* Excellent IT skills including Excel
* Experience of using MRP /ERP systems
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to work independently

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.