Buyer

Buyer Location: Portsmouth (Hybrid) Salary: £25,000–£40,000 Type: Full-time, Permanent My client, a specialist engineering organisation operating within the maritime and defence sector, is looking for a Buyer to join its procurement team. This role will focus on sourcing materials, components, and services while building strong supplier relationships and supporting business-wide procurement activities. Key Responsibilities * Purchase goods, materials, and services to meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives * Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers * Negotiate pricing, contracts, and delivery schedules * Raise purchase orders and manage procurement documentation * Monitor supplier performance and resolve supply chain issues * Support supplier audits and performance reviews * Maintain accurate procurement data within ERP systems * Contribute to continuous improvement across purchasing processes Requirements * Experience in a Buyer or Procurement role within an engineering or manufacturing environment * Strong negotiation and supplier management skills * Understanding of UK contract law and procurement regulations * Experience using ERP systems and procurement software * Strong Microsoft Excel and administrative skills * Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities * SAP experience and CIPS qualifications advantageous What’s on Offer * £25k–£40k salary * Hybrid working in Portsmouth * Company pension and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays * Private medical and dental cover * CIPS training and professional development opportunities * Flexible working, including a nine-day fortnight option * Cycle-to-work, technology, and additional salary sacrifice schemes * Opportunity to join a growing business supporting high-profile maritime and defence projects