Programme Buyer

Programme Buyer Location: Thetford, Norfolk Employment Type: Full time Salary: Competitive Are you an experienced Buyer with strong negotiation and supplier management skills? This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment, supporting key projects by sourcing quality materials, components, and services that meet cost, quality, and delivery targets. What you'll be doing: Purchasing goods, materials, components, and services in line with project and company requirements. Supporting operations and other departments by communicating and resolving any supply chain issues. Working closely with Programme and Production Managers to ensure timely supply of goods and materials. Expediting deliveries and maintaining accurate project Bills of Materials (BOMs) and tooling records. Conducting cost analysis and identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement. Preparing supplier reports and updates to support management decisions. Researching and nominating new suppliers in line with project requirements and commercial objectives. Negotiating contracts, improving pricing and terms of business, and applying best practice procurement methods. Monitoring stock levels and determining appropriate order schedules. Preparing and issuing purchase orders and order schedules to support customer and project demands. Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships, ensuring professional communication and collaboration. Ensuring compliance with purchasing policies, procedures, and quality management standards (IATF 16949). Supporting safe working practices and maintaining awareness of health and safety standards. Carrying out additional procurement duties as required. What we're looking for: Minimum 1 year of experience in a procurement or purchasing environment (motorsport experience desirable). College-level education or equivalent professional experience. Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and understanding of cost breakdowns. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel (advanced level preferred). Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Why apply? This is a great opportunity to develop your procurement career in a technical and fast-moving environment. You'll play an important role in ensuring projects are delivered on time and to budget, while building valuable experience within a well-structured and supportive team. Interested in applying? Call Lewis Woollard directly on 01603 415100 or email with your CV.

Location: Thetford, Norfolk, GB

Posted Date: 11/14/2025