Job Title: Senior Engineering Buyer Location: BedfordSalary: Up to 58,500 - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot Key Skills: Buyer, Defence, Engineering, Supplier Management, Complex Drawn Items, Mechanical Assemblies, Risk Identification and Management Are you a meticulous Senior Engineering Buyer with a passion for precision and excellence? Are you ready to play a pivotal role in ensuring top-tier standards in a well-established engineering organization? Look no further! We invite you to join our team and be a key driver of engineering excellence. About Us: As a distinguished leader in the defence engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we''re looking for a talented Senior Buyer to contribute to our continued success. The Role:So, what will you be doing as a Senior Buyer? Manage procurement processes from RFQs and tenders through to contract award.Hold delegated procurement authority to sign supplier agreements and purchase orders.Lead supplier negotiations to achieve best value outcomes.Oversee supplier performance against technical, schedule, quality, and cost metrics.Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders (Engineering, Operations, Quality).Ensure full compliance with internal procedures and relevant legislation.Serve as the main interface between internal teams and external suppliers to manage risk, ..... full job details .....