Senior Buyer
Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Newbury, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£45k - £50k Annual
Contract/Project
Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to £50k/Annum
As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.
What we would like from the Senior Buyer:
CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation
5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing
Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems
Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs
Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworks
Data-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detailWhat we offer the Senior Buyer:
Salary up to £50,000 doe
25 days annual leave bank holidays
39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15)
Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%
Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salary
Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi-cash)
Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts on leading brands/retailers
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Company sick payIf you are interested please apply online to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Further information is available on request
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.
What we would like from the Senior Buyer:
CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation
5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing
Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems
Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs
Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworks
Data-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detailWhat we offer the Senior Buyer:
Salary up to £50,000 doe
25 days annual leave bank holidays
39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15)
Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%
Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salary
Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi-cash)
Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts on leading brands/retailers
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Company sick payIf you are interested please apply online to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Further information is available on request
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Reference: 225119929
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Senior Buyer
Posted on May 15, 2026 by CV-Library
Newbury, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£45k - £50k Annual
Contract/Project
Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to £50k/Annum
As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.
What we would like from the Senior Buyer:
CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation
5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing
Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems
Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs
Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworks
Data-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detailWhat we offer the Senior Buyer:
Salary up to £50,000 doe
25 days annual leave bank holidays
39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15)
Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%
Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salary
Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi-cash)
Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts on leading brands/retailers
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Company sick payIf you are interested please apply online to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Further information is available on request
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules.
What we would like from the Senior Buyer:
CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation
5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing
Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications
Proficient in ERP/MRP systems
Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs
Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production
Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality frameworks
Data-driven decision-making mindset with high attention to detailWhat we offer the Senior Buyer:
Salary up to £50,000 doe
25 days annual leave bank holidays
39-hour working week (Mon - Thurs, 7.15-8.15 till 4.15-5.15, Fri 7.15-8.15 till 12.15-1.15)
Salary sacrifice-led pension plan that matches employee contributions up to 7%
Free life assurance cover at the value of four times the basic annual salary
Internal reward and recognition scheme linked to the internal benefits platform
Employee Assistance Programme
Comprehensive wellbeing programme that supports employees with their physical, mental and financial health (Medi-cash)
Competitive employee discounts platform that provides employees with discounts on leading brands/retailers
Cycle to Work scheme
Enhanced family-friendly benefits
Company sick payIf you are interested please apply online to avoid missing out on this fantastic opportunity.
Further information is available on request
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Reference: 225119929
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