We are seeking an experienced Buyer with a good understanding of electronic components and the global components market.

This company is a well-established, dynamic and growing organisation in the electronics sector based in Hook, Hampshire.

The Buyer will evaluate the need for products against demand or forecast, ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of quality parts for production and / or distribution.

The Role:

• Monitor component lead times, shortages, obsolescence, and market trends to mitigate risk and avoid production delays.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings and value improvements.

• Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, logistics, and issue resolution.

• Work closely with engineering to identify approved components and alternate sourcing options where necessary.

• Track and report on key metrics including delivery performance, cost variance, and supplier quality.

• Evaluate demand from relevant reports, forecasts and other sources.

• Control inventory levels and manage stock turns as defined in KPI’s.

• Place purchase orders with suppliers including LPO’s and online transactions.

• Ensure appropriate acknowledgement received from suppliers and update ERP system and files.

• Progress purchases with suppliers, arrange international shipping and liaising with carriers.

• Ensure received goods are correctly booked into system and warehouse.

• Complete environmental reports.

• Report on customer demand, inventory levels and month end reports.

• Returns responsible for liaising with suppliers on all non-conformances and recording the information for Management review.

• Waste Management and reporting.

About YOU…

• Proven experience in a procurement or buying role, ideally within a relevant industry (electronics, engineering, components).

• Good understanding of electronic components and the global components market.

• Understanding of lead time constraints and strategies for mitigating component shortages or obsolescence.

• Experience with global sourcing and dealing with Far East suppliers (desirable).

• Familiarity with quality standards and regulatory compliance in electronics (ISO 9001, RoHS, etc.) – desirable.

• Strong negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.

• Proficient in ERP systems.

• Strong analytical and organisational skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

In return, my client will be offering a salary of £40,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience), on a 6 month fixed term contract. There is also flexibility to work one day a week from home.

To find out more, please apply today for more info!