Strategic Buyer
Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
Thetford, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Electronics
Immediate Start
£50k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Arden White is working with a leading UK-owned Contract Electronics Manufacturer experiencing strong growth to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their team at a new state-of-the-art facility.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, clean manufacturing environment supporting high-profile sectors including aerospace, defence, space, transport and advanced technology.
Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including RFQs, order placement, and supplier follow-up
• Place and progress purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any supply issues
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and address delivery or quality concerns
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Maintain accurate supplier data including contact details, pricing, and payment terms
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers and vendor setup processes
• Communicate and manage non-conformances, ensuring effective resolution with suppliers and internal teams
• Ensure high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all procurement activities
Person Specification
• Previous experience within electronics manufacturing, EMS, or electronic components preferred
• Proven track record managing the full purchasing lifecycle
• CIPS Level 3 or Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong negotiation, sourcing and supplier management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word essential)
• High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
Benefits
Competitive package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension contribution, bonus scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave, and flexible benefits.
Apply Today
If you’re a Buyer looking to join a growing, forward-thinking electronics manufacturer with significant investment and long-term opportunities, apply today or contact Arden White for a confidential discussion.
About Us
Our client is a leading UK-owned Electronics Manufacturing Services provider, supporting innovative technology companies across the UK and Europe. Operating from modern facilities, they deliver high-quality manufacturing and supply chain solutions across multiple advanced sectors.
Arden White is a specialist recruitment consultancy within the aerospace, aviation, defence and advanced engineering sectors, connecting high-performing professionals with leading organisations across the UK and internationally.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, clean manufacturing environment supporting high-profile sectors including aerospace, defence, space, transport and advanced technology.
Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including RFQs, order placement, and supplier follow-up
• Place and progress purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any supply issues
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and address delivery or quality concerns
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Maintain accurate supplier data including contact details, pricing, and payment terms
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers and vendor setup processes
• Communicate and manage non-conformances, ensuring effective resolution with suppliers and internal teams
• Ensure high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all procurement activities
Person Specification
• Previous experience within electronics manufacturing, EMS, or electronic components preferred
• Proven track record managing the full purchasing lifecycle
• CIPS Level 3 or Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong negotiation, sourcing and supplier management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word essential)
• High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
Benefits
Competitive package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension contribution, bonus scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave, and flexible benefits.
Apply Today
If you’re a Buyer looking to join a growing, forward-thinking electronics manufacturer with significant investment and long-term opportunities, apply today or contact Arden White for a confidential discussion.
About Us
Our client is a leading UK-owned Electronics Manufacturing Services provider, supporting innovative technology companies across the UK and Europe. Operating from modern facilities, they deliver high-quality manufacturing and supply chain solutions across multiple advanced sectors.
Arden White is a specialist recruitment consultancy within the aerospace, aviation, defence and advanced engineering sectors, connecting high-performing professionals with leading organisations across the UK and internationally.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities
Reference: 225204945
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Strategic Buyer
Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
Thetford, Norfolk, United Kingdom
Electronics
Immediate Start
£50k - £50k Annual
Full-Time
Arden White is working with a leading UK-owned Contract Electronics Manufacturer experiencing strong growth to recruit an experienced Buyer to join their team at a new state-of-the-art facility.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, clean manufacturing environment supporting high-profile sectors including aerospace, defence, space, transport and advanced technology.
Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including RFQs, order placement, and supplier follow-up
• Place and progress purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any supply issues
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and address delivery or quality concerns
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Maintain accurate supplier data including contact details, pricing, and payment terms
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers and vendor setup processes
• Communicate and manage non-conformances, ensuring effective resolution with suppliers and internal teams
• Ensure high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all procurement activities
Person Specification
• Previous experience within electronics manufacturing, EMS, or electronic components preferred
• Proven track record managing the full purchasing lifecycle
• CIPS Level 3 or Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong negotiation, sourcing and supplier management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word essential)
• High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
Benefits
Competitive package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension contribution, bonus scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave, and flexible benefits.
Apply Today
If you’re a Buyer looking to join a growing, forward-thinking electronics manufacturer with significant investment and long-term opportunities, apply today or contact Arden White for a confidential discussion.
About Us
Our client is a leading UK-owned Electronics Manufacturing Services provider, supporting innovative technology companies across the UK and Europe. Operating from modern facilities, they deliver high-quality manufacturing and supply chain solutions across multiple advanced sectors.
Arden White is a specialist recruitment consultancy within the aerospace, aviation, defence and advanced engineering sectors, connecting high-performing professionals with leading organisations across the UK and internationally.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, clean manufacturing environment supporting high-profile sectors including aerospace, defence, space, transport and advanced technology.
Responsibilities
• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process including RFQs, order placement, and supplier follow-up
• Place and progress purchase orders, ensuring on-time delivery and resolving any supply issues
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to support cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and address delivery or quality concerns
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
• Maintain accurate supplier data including contact details, pricing, and payment terms
• Support the onboarding of new suppliers and vendor setup processes
• Communicate and manage non-conformances, ensuring effective resolution with suppliers and internal teams
• Ensure high levels of accuracy and attention to detail across all procurement activities
Person Specification
• Previous experience within electronics manufacturing, EMS, or electronic components preferred
• Proven track record managing the full purchasing lifecycle
• CIPS Level 3 or Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Strong negotiation, sourcing and supplier management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word essential)
• High attention to detail and strong organisational capability
Benefits
Competitive package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension contribution, bonus scheme, life assurance, enhanced family leave, and flexible benefits.
Apply Today
If you’re a Buyer looking to join a growing, forward-thinking electronics manufacturer with significant investment and long-term opportunities, apply today or contact Arden White for a confidential discussion.
About Us
Our client is a leading UK-owned Electronics Manufacturing Services provider, supporting innovative technology companies across the UK and Europe. Operating from modern facilities, they deliver high-quality manufacturing and supply chain solutions across multiple advanced sectors.
Arden White is a specialist recruitment consultancy within the aerospace, aviation, defence and advanced engineering sectors, connecting high-performing professionals with leading organisations across the UK and internationally.
If you feel you have the skills to succeed in this role, please click to apply.
Arden White specialises in technical engineering recruitment, and all job applications are managed by our team. We believe in the value of a personal touch, and we work hard to deliver a swift, professional, and friendly service for our clients and candidates. We are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of our client for this vacancy, and whilst we are advertising the role, we are not the hiring company.
Due to the high volume of applications, we’re unable to respond to everyone individually. If you haven’t heard from us within 14 days, unfortunately you’ve not been unsuccessful on this occasion. However, please continue to monitor our website vacancies for more opportunities
Reference: 225204945
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