Eastleigh, Hampshire Matchtech

Global technology manufacturer requires a Senior Buyer to be a stand-alone procurement resource in their Eastleigh facility. Applicants need previous procurement or Buyer experience within engineering or manufacturing, and be comfortable in an end-to-end supply chain role encompassing; purchasing, planning, and logistics (goods in/out).

The Senior Buyer will report to the Supply Chain Manager and play a key role in managing purchasing activities, supplier performance, material availability, and shipping/receiving coordination for the Eastleigh facility.

Specific duties of the Senior Buyer include:

• Drive and maintain purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with demand and inventory requirements, and expediting where required
• Supply market intelligence and sourcing activities to identify alternative sources of supply
• Day-to-Day supplier management activities against OTD/OTIF
• Liaise with internal departments including Operations, Planning, Engineering, Finance and Quality to support production and R&D
• Maintain accurate supplier and item master data within ERP/MRP systems
• Produce supplier performance reports, KPI metrics, and tracking data
• Coordinate incoming goods verification, ensuring materials meet quality and documentation requirements
• Manage outbound shipments and ensure accurate shipping documentation and timely dispatch
• Assist with resolving invoice discrepancies, supplier issues, and non-conformance matters
• Support wider operational objectives and continuous improvement initiatives at Eastleigh

Senior Buyer applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous experience as a Senior Buyer, Buyer, Supply Chain Specialist, Materials Planner, Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Materials Manager
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or engineering business
• Comfortable operating in a stand-alone, end-to-end supply chain role
• MRP/ERP literacy
• Strong stakeholder management skills