We’re recruiting for an experienced Procurement Lead / Project Buyer to join a small, well-established business operating in a fast-paced, technical project environment.
This is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll take ownership of procurement activity across multiple projects, working closely with internal teams and trusted suppliers to ensure materials and services are delivered on time, on budget and to specification.
What’s on offer
Salary £40,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
23 days holiday + bank holidays
8:00am – 5:00pm Monday to Thursday
Early finish at 3:30pm on Fridays
Genuine autonomy and influence within a small business
Varied role with real ownership across projects and suppliers
Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end procurement of materials, components and subcontract services
Produce and review Bills of Materials and material estimates
Ensure timely ordering and delivery aligned to project schedules
Negotiate pricing, lead times and commercial terms with suppliers
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
Source and onboard new suppliers, products and processes
Maintain accurate purchasing records, purchase orders and invoice reconciliation
Support procurement of samples, prototypes and replacement materials
Work closely with internal teams (Design, Workshop, Installation and Finance) to support project delivery
Coordinate logistics, transport and supply chain requirements
Support planning, problem-solving and risk mitigation across live projects
Manage consumables, tools, equipment and PPE procurement
Oversee servicing, repairs and inspection schedules for equipment
Maintain accurate records and compliance documentation
Support health & safety processes including risk assessments and COSHH documentation
Assist with audits, inspections and wider compliance activity
Monitor supplier performance and support KPI development
Contribute to continuous improvement across procurement and operations
About You
Proven experience in procurement or purchasing within a manufacturing, engineering, construction or project-based environment (preferred but not essential, we’re open to strong procurement backgrounds from other sectors)
Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness
Confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Comfortable working with technical information (drawings/specs advantageous)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach
Enjoy working in a small business where you can make a real impact
Flexibility, may be required when teams are on-site/abroad
Essential
Previous procurement/purchasing experience in a similar role
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Outlook
Full UK driving licence and access to own transport (rural location)