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Buyer

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Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library
Southwick, Hampshire, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£25k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
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

Reference: 225227153

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Buyer

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Posted on Jun 9, 2026 by CV-Library

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Southwick, Hampshire, Hampshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£25k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
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
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Reference: 225227153

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