Senior Buyer
CV-LibraryBS14, Whitchurch, Bath and North East SomersetpermanentPosted: 1 July 2026
Apply NowAt SPX Radiodetection, we're looking for a Senior Buyer to work alongside our engineering teams, leading procurement activities for new product development while driving cost reduction, supplier performance and continuous improvement.
This is a highly collaborative, project-based role where you'll influence sourcing decisions from concept through to production and play a key part in delivering innovative products.
What you'll be doing
* Lead procurement activities for NPI projects.
* Partner closely with Engineering to support product development and engineering change.
* Manage large RFQ packages and supplier selection.
* Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Develop sourcing strategies and identify new suppliers.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Manage supplier performance, quality, delivery and risk.
* Travel to suppliers and other SPX sites as required.
What we're looking for
* Procurement experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* Proven experience managing NPI or project-based procurement.
* Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience delivering cost reduction and continuous improvement programmes.
* Commercially minded with excellent negotiation skills.
* Able to work at pace and manage multiple priorities.
* Comfortable working closely with engineers and technical teams.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
* Knowledge of mechanical, electrical or electronic components is desirable.
* CIPS qualification (or working towards) is an advantage.
Why join SPX Radiodetection?
You'll join a collaborative engineering business where procurement plays a strategic role in developing innovative products. This is an excellent opportunity to influence product development, shape sourcing strategy and make a real impact within a growing global organisation.
Location
* Hybrid working based in Bristol (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the office).
* Supplier and occasional UK travel required.
If you're a strategic procurement professional who enjoys working with engineers, leading NPI projects and delivering commercial value, we'd love to hear from you
This is a highly collaborative, project-based role where you'll influence sourcing decisions from concept through to production and play a key part in delivering innovative products.
What you'll be doing
* Lead procurement activities for NPI projects.
* Partner closely with Engineering to support product development and engineering change.
* Manage large RFQ packages and supplier selection.
* Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Develop sourcing strategies and identify new suppliers.
* Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
* Manage supplier performance, quality, delivery and risk.
* Travel to suppliers and other SPX sites as required.
What we're looking for
* Procurement experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
* Proven experience managing NPI or project-based procurement.
* Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
* Experience delivering cost reduction and continuous improvement programmes.
* Commercially minded with excellent negotiation skills.
* Able to work at pace and manage multiple priorities.
* Comfortable working closely with engineers and technical teams.
* Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
* Knowledge of mechanical, electrical or electronic components is desirable.
* CIPS qualification (or working towards) is an advantage.
Why join SPX Radiodetection?
You'll join a collaborative engineering business where procurement plays a strategic role in developing innovative products. This is an excellent opportunity to influence product development, shape sourcing strategy and make a real impact within a growing global organisation.
Location
* Hybrid working based in Bristol (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday in the office).
* Supplier and occasional UK travel required.
If you're a strategic procurement professional who enjoys working with engineers, leading NPI projects and delivering commercial value, we'd love to hear from you