Buyers and procurement officers

Technical Buyer

Engineering / MRO

📍 Location: Dudley

💷 Salary: £42,000 per annum

💼 Sector: Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Services

📄 Contract: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Company

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering solutions provider delivering fast, effective mechanical engineering and MRO services across multiple industrial sectors. Operating in a demanding, customer-focused environment, the business supports critical engineering requirements on a 24/7 basis.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Technical Buyer to support their engineering and MRO operations. The role focuses on sourcing, purchasing, and managing engineering materials, components, and outsourced services to meet customer and operational requirements efficiently and cost-effectively.

This position plays a key role in ensuring on-time delivery, supplier performance, and cost control, while maintaining strong supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Source and procure engineering products and services for customer and internal use

Outsource specialist engineering and MRO services

Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement aligned to customer requirements

Monitor supplier lead times and delivery performance

Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors

Analyse market trends to secure competitive pricing

Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements

Develop and implement procurement strategies

Manage inventory levels and ensure stock availability

Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth order fulfilment

Maintain accurate purchasing records and procurement data

Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and regulations

Skills & Experience Required

Proven buying / purchasing experience within an engineering or MRO environment

Experience in the commercial engineering sector

Strong understanding of purchasing and supply chain processes

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings

Strong Excel and data analysis skills

Confident negotiation and supplier management capability

Organised, detail-focused, and commercially aware

Qualifications

GCSEs or equivalent (essential)

Why Apply?

Competitive salary of £42,000 per annum

Permanent role based in Dudley

Opportunity to influence supplier strategy and cost savings

Long-term career development potential

📩 Interested?

Apply today or contact our recruitment team for a confidential discussion