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Electronics Buyer
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Proven experience in a Buyer or similar procurement-focused role within a manufacturing environment.
A leading advanced technology and logistics business are currently recruiting for a Buyer on a full-time, permanent basis in Wallingford.
Role
Buyer
Type
Permanent
Location
South Oxford (hybrid 3 days on site after the first few months)
Salary
£50,000 + benefits
Key responsibilities
- Create and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, and outsourced assemblies in line with production schedules
- Liaise with suppliers to confirm order acknowledgements, delivery dates, and shipment details
- Expedite or defer orders to align with changing demand and production priorities
- Monitor supplier performance across delivery and responsiveness, escalating issues where required
- Collaborate with planning, production, and warehouse teams to support material availability and inventory accuracy
- Track and resolve supply issues including shortages, delays, quality concerns, and invoice discrepancies
- Support onboarding of new suppliers and contract manufacturers by setting up transactional purchasing processes
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Key skills and experience required
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain (circa 3+ years)
- Background supporting manufacturing operations, ideally buying direct materials or components
- Strong supplier communication skills with a practical, problem-solving approach to delivery and supply issues
- Ability to work cross-functionally with planning, production, engineering, and warehouse teams
- Understanding of inventory, delivery scheduling, and production priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with outsourced assemblies or contract manufacturing environments (desirable)
- Working knowledge of Incoterms, logistics, and international purchasing (desirable)
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The environment
The environment is fast-paced, evolving, and high impact - ideal for someone who:
- Thrives in ambiguity and takes ownership
- Is proactive, resilient, and keen to make a visible difference
- Has experience in manufacturing or direct procurement (preferred)
What makes this stand out
- Opportunity to shape a growing procurement function
- Close collaboration with Sourcing Specialists and leadership team
- Strong progression potential with clear examples internally
- CIPS support available
- Excellent benefits including share options, private healthcare, and onsite meals
To apply for this Buyer/Procurement Buyer/Purchasing Buyer candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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