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Senior Buyer

Knutsford, Cheshire

WR Engineering

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Hours
Full Time
Posted
4 hours ago
Salary
45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP Annual + + company benefits
Recruiter
WR Engineering
Closes
04 Sep 2026
Course
No
Contract Type
Permanent
Recruiter Type
Direct Employer

Description

Senior Buyer

45,000 – 60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Senior Buyer with a passion for global sourcing and strategic procurement?

We're looking for a commercially–minded procurement professional to take ownership of an international supplier network, sourcing precision–machined components for a market–leading engineering manufacturer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing business where you'll have genuine influence over purchasing strategy, supplier development, and supply chain resilience.

What you'll be doing:

Developing and managing an international supplier base across Europe and Asia.Negotiating commercial agreements to secure the best value, quality and delivery.Identifying new sourcing opportunities and driving cost–saving initiatives.Managing supplier performance and ensuring a resilient supply chain.Monitoring market trends, mitigating risk and improving procurement strategies.Working closely with engineering, production and operations to support business growth.

What we're looking for:

Proven experience purchasing precision–machined components internationally.Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.Experience working with overseas suppliers, particularly across Asia and Europe.Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.A strategic thinker who enjoys improving processes and delivering commercial value.Experience within engineering, manufacturing, valves, oil & gas or similar industries would be highly advantageous.

What's on offer:

Salary of 45,000– 60,000 depending on experience.Discretionary bonus.Medicash Health Plan.Employee Assistance Programme.Death in Service.Company pension.Genuine career development within a successful and expanding engineering business.A collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact.If you're looking for a role where you can influence procurement strategy, build international supplier partnerships and play a key part in a growing engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.

WR Engineering are the recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Ad ID: 5418766942

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