Buyer / Expediter – Technical Support FunctionTelfordSalary: Negotiable based on experience and qualificationsThis is a varied and hands-on support role suited to an experienced Buyer/Expediter who thrives in a fast-paced, technically driven environment. The role plays a critical part in supporting internal teams by ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of engineered components, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and clear communication across the business.
You will act as a key link between technical teams, suppliers, and project stakeholders, using your commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and technical understanding to keep projects moving and priorities aligned.
Key Responsibilities- Support internal technical and project teams by sourcing and purchasing engineered parts and materials
- Review and interpret technical requirements, drawings, or specifications to ensure correct sourcing
- Identify suitable suppliers and manage ongoing supplier relationships
- Issue RFQs, evaluate responses, and negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms
- Raise and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and alignment with internal requirements
- Actively expedite orders, progress chase suppliers, and manage delivery commitments
- Monitor and communicate potential delays or risks, proposing practical solutions
- Maintain accurate purchasing and delivery data within internal systems
- Support stock control activities, including monitoring levels and resolving discrepancies
- Assist with general purchasing, administrative, and documentation tasks as required
- Collaborate closely with colleagues across technical, operational, and commercial functions
Skills & Experience- Proven experience in a buyer, expediter, purchasing, or supply-chain support role
- Confident working with engineered or technical components
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery
- Commercially aware with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders at all levels
- Able to interpret technical information and communicate it clearly
- Well organised with strong attention to detail
- Confident user of ERP/MRP systems and standard office software
- Calm under pressure with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Personal Attributes- Dynamic, adaptable, and eager to take ownership
- A natural problem-solver who enjoys supporting others
- Approachable, collaborative, and confident in communication
- Driven by accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement