Purchasing Team Leader

Buyer Team Leader
Derby
Up to £45,000 per annum
Permanent

Overview
EMBS Engineering is working in partnership with a leading precision engineering manufacturer, located in Derby, that is currently in the market for a Buyer Team Leader to join their company on a Permanent basis.

This market leader is a well-established entity within the precision engineering industry and boasts a rich history of supporting globally recognised customers with safety-critical, highly complex components.

What's in it for you?

• Stability / Longevity: Permanent Position
  
  
• Competitive salary: up to £45,000 per annum (Depending on experience)
  
  
• Hours: Days
  
  Due to internal changes and off the back of continued success, our client is seeking an experienced Buyer Team Leader and you will be responsible for:
  
  
• Supplier Management & Performance: Manage suppliers against QCD targets, conduct order book reviews, and mitigate supply chain risks.
  
  
• Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation: Ensure contract compliance, identify cost reduction opportunities, and support category/supplier strategy development.
  
  
• Purchasing Operations & Compliance: Lead purchasing projects, manage inventory, and maintain internal systems in line with company policies.
  
  
• Team Leadership & Development: Develop procedures and provide training to lead and enhance team performance.
  
  Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate:
  
  
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Minimum 3 years of experience as a Buyer within an engineering environment, preferably with exposure to machining, fabrication, and/or welding capabilities

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Excellent negotiation skills to effectively secure the best prices and terms from suppliers.

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Proven track record in identifying changes in raw materials and implementing cost-saving opportunities through strategic procurement.

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Familiarity with various raw material types, including sheet, bar, and billet, to ensure appropriate procurement decisions.

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Team Leader / Mentor experience working within a Precision Engineering and/or Supply chain environment

If you are interested in the opportunity of Buyer Team Leader and believe you meet the illustrated criteria, apply today to join our clients’ growing team located in Derby.

About us
EMBS Engineering is a dedicated talent specialist that partners with some of the UK's most prestigious, advanced, precision engineering companies within the Aerospace, Automotive / Motorsport, Nuclear, Oil & Gas, Green, Environmental and FMCG industries. We’ll offer you expert support and advice throughout the process to ensure you select and secure a career-defining role.

Please note, due to the nature of the markets our client supplies into, all candidates must be UK residents, we cannot offer visa sponsorship for overseas candidates