Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer

Rheinmetall Electronics UK Ltd. is looking for an experienced Technical Buyer to become a key part of our procurement team. You will be responsible for the delivery, sourcing, and procurement of specialized technical components, raw materials, and sub-assemblies, primarily within the electronics manufacturing sector.

This role involves close collaboration with our Engineering, Quality, and Project Management departments to ensure a thorough understanding of requirements related to form, fit, and function. You will act as the technical expert for the Supply Chain department, ensuring all purchased goods meet stringent quality, regulatory, and engineering specifications, while maintaining cost-efficiency and supply continuity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret technical drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to source correct components; support New Product Introduction (NPI) and prototype developments.
• Identify and evaluate suppliers based on their technical capability, quality certifications, and reliability.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure supplier adherence to business and industry standards.
• Manage supplier relationships with a focus on traceability, material certification, and conformity.
• Support engineering change control and ensure procurement actions align with business requirements.
• Source and procure approved materials, precision components, machined parts, composites, and specialist services.
• Monitor supplier performance using metrics such as On-Time In-Full (OTIF), concession rates, and audit outcomes.
• Ensure robust contracts are in place to hold suppliers accountable for their performance.
• Contribute to cost savings and value engineering initiatives.
• Manage compliance metrics, focusing on the reduction of non-conformances and improved traceability.
• Oversee the approval, onboarding, and management of supplier changes to mitigate supply and quality risks.

Qualifications:

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturing process documentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory and certification requirements.
• Proven procurement experience within the electronics manufacturing sector or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/purchasing systems in a fast-paced technical environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in preparing spreadsheets and using Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for report generation and data analysis.
• Experience working with Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), CNC machining, sheet metal, and a preference for experience with cameras and sensors.
• A Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Electronics, Supply Chain, or a related discipline is preferred.
• A CIPS qualification or progression towards CIPS is beneficial.

What We Offer:

• 25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays (increasing with service).
• Flexible working opportunities, allowing contracted hours to be worked over the week for an early finish on Fridays.
• 4-times Death-in-Service Benefit (after 3 months of service).
• BUPA Healthcare & Dental-Care Insurance (after successful completion of the probationary period).
• Long Service Rewards.
• Employer Pension contributions of 6.8%.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for Cycle to Work.
• Discounted Ferry Bookings.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Bi-Monthly on-site massages.
• Excellent Training Opportunities.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• Excellent canteen facilities with a state-of-the-art kitchen, pool table, and tuck shop.
• Staff social events throughout the year.

Contact Information:

Due to our pre-employment checks, applicants must have resided in the UK for at least 5 years.

To apply, please send your CV to joel.fletcher@rheinmetall.com.

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