About this role
£42,000 - £48,000 + annual performance bonus, life assurance, pension, sick pay, 22 days holiday + bank holidays, and on-site perks
Monday - Friday, Days
Commutable from Bedford, Cambridge, St Neots, Biggleswade, Huntingdon, and Royston
Are you an experienced Engineering Buyer with a background in technical sourcing, component procurement, and manufacturing supply chains?
Do you want an autonomous procurement role with full ownership of a purchasing function and genuine impact within a growing business?
- Manage end-to-end procurement, supplier management, and materials purchasing for production and custom engineering projects.
- Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for accurate purchasing.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with key suppliers to achieve maximum cost efficiency.
- Resolve supply chain bottlenecks, quality discrepancies, and delivery delays while maintaining accurate stock levels.
The company
- An established, market-leading technical manufacturing business seeking an independent procurement professional.
- A sole-charge procurement role reporting directly to the Board Director and supported by an administrative team.
- Focuses on driving best-value procurement, cost reduction, and value engineering without compromising on quality or lead times.
- Works collaboratively across internal engineering, production, and quality teams to meet strict technical and regulatory standards.
For more information please click apply and contact Hazel Luna on
The position
- Take sole responsibility for sourcing engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services from approved suppliers.
- Coordinate with wider Group companies to leverage combined spend and secure volume pricing on high-value raw materials.
- Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects by sourcing prototype materials and managing early supplier involvement.
About you
- Proven experience in technical or engineering procurement within a manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, automotive, or engineering environment.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, raw materials, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and complex BOMs.
- Self-motivated, proficient with ERP/MRP systems, and capable of running a 1-person procurement function autonomously.
Please note: Candidates must have valid legal authorization to work in the UK and be based on the UK mainland. Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT, and Science roles ranging from mid to senior-level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates who have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying for this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.
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