Procurement/buyer
CV-LibraryCrawley, West SussexpermanentPosted: 15 August 2026
Apply NowAre you an experienced Buyer with a background in engineering or manufacturing procurement? A well-established engineering company based in Crawley is looking for a Procurement Buyer to join their team.
This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional who understands technical specifications, supplier management, and the pressures of a busy engineering supply chain.
The Role:
* Sourcing and purchasing components, materials, and services to support production/engineering requirements
* Negotiating pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers
* Managing supplier relationships and monitoring performance (quality, delivery, cost)
* Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate procurement records
* Working closely with engineering, production, and stores teams to ensure stock availability
* Identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or lead time
* Resolving supply chain issues and delivery delays proactively
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in a procurement/buying role within an engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Ability to read technical drawings/specifications (desirable)
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems for purchasing
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Confident communicator, able to liaise across departments
What's On Offer:
* Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
* Permanent, full-time role based in Crawley
* Opportunity to join a stable, established engineering business
* Career development within a growing procurement function
If you have engineering procurement experience and are looking for your next move, apply today
This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional who understands technical specifications, supplier management, and the pressures of a busy engineering supply chain.
The Role:
* Sourcing and purchasing components, materials, and services to support production/engineering requirements
* Negotiating pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers
* Managing supplier relationships and monitoring performance (quality, delivery, cost)
* Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate procurement records
* Working closely with engineering, production, and stores teams to ensure stock availability
* Identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or lead time
* Resolving supply chain issues and delivery delays proactively
What We're Looking For:
* Proven experience in a procurement/buying role within an engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment
* Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
* Ability to read technical drawings/specifications (desirable)
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems for purchasing
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
* Confident communicator, able to liaise across departments
What's On Offer:
* Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
* Permanent, full-time role based in Crawley
* Opportunity to join a stable, established engineering business
* Career development within a growing procurement function
If you have engineering procurement experience and are looking for your next move, apply today