Technical Buyer

## Technical BuyerApplylocations: Newtowntime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR26\_000789Our team members are passionate, driven and up for a challenge. If you have ambition to make a difference, then please read on. * Work closely with Products, R&D, Product Management and Engineering teams throughout the NPD process.* Support the creation, validation and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs).* Source and evaluate components for new product designs, considering cost, lead time, lifecycle, availability and technical suitability.* Provide early procurement involvement during product development to reduce supply chain risks.* Support engineering change management activities and approvals impact, ensuring procurement impacts are understood and controlled.* Identify alternative components and suppliers to improve resilience and mitigate obsolescence risks.* Develop and maintain commodity strategies for assigned product categories.* Monitor global market conditions, technology developments and supply chain risks affecting critical commodities.* Manage component shortages, allocation situations and market disruptions to maintain continuity of supply.* Lead supplier engagement activities to improve availability, quality, lead times and commercial performance.* Conduct regular supplier reviews and support supplier qualification and onboarding activities.* Raise and manage purchase orders in line with business demand.* Maintain accurate supplier pricing, lead times and sourcing information within ERP/MRP systems.* Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements to achieve best value.* Support inventory optimisation whilst ensuring material availability.* Work closely with Planning and Production teams to support operational requirements.* Expedite critical materials when required to minimise production disruption.* Manage component lifecycle risks including obsolescence, end-of-life notifications and last-time-buy opportunities.* Maintain approved supplier and approved manufacturer information where required.* Support cost reduction, value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.* Provide regular reporting on commodity risks, market developments and supply chain opportunities.* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.**Attributes****Criteria**Relevant Experience* Experience in technical procurement within electronics, manufacturing or engineering environments.* Experience supporting NPD/NPI projects and working closely with Engineering or R&D teams.* Proven track record of supplier management, strategic sourcing and commercial negotiation.* Experience managing complex supply chain risks, commodity challenges, shortages or allocation situations.* Understanding of electronic components, PCBAs or electronic components.Education and Training* Degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Business, or related discipline (desirable)* Professional qualifications such as CIPS or equivalent (desirable)Skills, abilities and specialist knowledge* Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOM structures.* Strong understanding of component sourcing, supplier capability and commodity management.* Knowledge of component lifecycle management and obsolescence planning.* Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills and supplier relationship management.* Analytical and data-driven, with the ability to assess market trends, lead times and supply chain risks.* Experience using ERP/MRP systems and maintaining accurate procurement data.* Confident communicator with the ability to influence across Procurement, R&D, Engineering, Planning and Operations.If you're excited by this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Please tell us about yourself by uploading your CV. #J-18808-Ljbffr