Buyer

Sheet Metal Buyer If you’re a Buyer with experience in sheet metal and fabrication, this is a role where your understanding of manufacturing processes will make a real difference to supplier performance, cost control, and production flow.  This is a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business specialising in sheet metal components and fabricated equipment. Operating in a quality-driven environment, the business produces high-spec parts requiring tight tolerances, consistent finishes, and reliable supply chain performance. They work closely with fabrication processes including cutting, forming, and assembly, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.  As a Sheet Metal Buyer, you’ll take ownership of sourcing and purchasing materials, components, and subcontract services related to sheet metal fabrication. This is a hands-on role where you’ll balance day-to-day purchasing with supplier management and cost improvement activities. You’ll work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure materials and subcontract processes are aligned with manufacturing requirements. A strong understanding of sheet metal processes will be key to success in this role. Day-to-Day Responsibilities Source and procure sheet metal materials, components, and subcontract services Raise and manage purchase orders to support production schedules Work closely with fabrication teams to understand requirements and priorities Manage suppliers across processes such as laser cutting, punching, forming, and finishing Monitor deliveries and resolve delays or quality issues Negotiate pricing, lead times, and supply agreements Identify cost-saving opportunities and support value improvement initiatives Build and maintain strong supplier relationships Support supplier performance reviews and improvement activities Ensure continuity of supply for productionWhat They’re Looking For Experience as a Buyer within a sheet metal, fabrication, or precision engineering environment Strong understanding of sheet metal processes (cutting, forming, fabrication) Commercial awareness with strong negotiation skills Experience managing suppliers and subcontract manufacturing processes Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings (advantageous) Strong organisational and communication skills Experience using ERP/MRP systems Proactive approach to problem-solving and supply chain challengesWhat’s on Offer Permanent Sheet Metal Buyer position Opportunity to work within a precision sheet metal environment Hands-on role with strong involvement in production support Opportunity to influence supplier performance and cost improvements Collaborative and technically focused manufacturing team To apply or find out more about this Sheet Metal Buyer opportunity, contact Ian at Holt Engineering: Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)