Buyer - Sourcing Electronic Components - South East Wales

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£30,000–£40,000

Buyer – Sourcing Electronic Components – South East Wales

This leading, globally recognised electronics manufacturing business is seeking to strengthen its procurement team within a high-reliability environment. Supporting sectors such as aerospace, defence, industrial and healthcare technology, the company delivers complex electronic solutions through advanced EMS capability, PCB technologies, and full lifecycle product support. With continued investment and growth across its UK and European operations, this is an opportunity to join a quality-driven, engineering-led business offering long-term career development.

In this procurement role you will take ownership of supplier relationships, negotiations, and overall supply chain performance. You’ll play a key part in keeping operations running smoothly—ensuring materials and services are delivered on time, to the right quality, and at the best possible cost—while supporting both ongoing production and new programme activity in a fast-paced, collaborative manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of supplier relationships, including sourcing, selection, and commercial negotiations for materials and services, ensuring procurement is delivered in the most cost-effective, timely, and efficient way to meet programme requirements
Monitor, analyse, and negotiate supplier pricing, providing clear reporting on cost movements and opportunities
Conduct regular market and commodity analysis to benchmark pricing, identify trends, and drive cost-saving initiatives
Anticipate market changes impacting availability, lead times, and pricing of materials and services
Identify and onboard alternative suppliers and materials in collaboration with technical teams, delivering both commercial and technical advantage
Ensure purchasing activity aligns with current demand, supplier lead times, and production schedules, proactively communicating any risks or changes to stakeholders
Identify supply chain risks or inefficiencies and recommend practical improvements
Manage supplier quality issues, including returns, rejections, and credit recoveries
Control exposure to minimum order quantities (MOQs), pricing fluctuations, and supply risk, ensuring appropriate approvals are in place
Work closely with cross-functional teams to support forecasting, planning, and delivery against demand and quality expectations
Ensure compliance with company policies, codes of conduct, and health & safety standards
Manage purchasing administration, reporting, and documentation accurately
Negotiate and optimise payment terms to support cash flow and commercial performance
Maintain awareness of international trade, import processes, and associated regulatory considerations
Drive continuous improvement across procurement and supply chain activities
Actively manage inventory levels, minimising excess stock and associated costs

Requirements

Able to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong understanding of manufacturing environments, processes, and products
Flexible, solutions-focused approach with a clear commitment to meeting customer needs
Confident IT user with the ability to work across systems and data
Professional, driven, and commercially minded, with a high level of integrity and a proactive mindset
Minimum of 2 A Levels, HNC, CIPS Diploma, or equivalent qualification
At least 3 years’ purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment (essential)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
Takes full ownership and accountability for their work
High attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical capability
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities
Proactive approach, anticipating challenges rather than reacting to them
Experience working both independently and within a collaborative, team-driven environment
Basic understanding of electronic components and electronic manufacturing processes
Working towards or holding CIPS membership would be advantageous