Technical Buyer (Engineering / Manufacturing)

Technical Buyer (Engineering / Manufacturing)

Glasgow, commutable from: East Kilbride, Blantyre, Belshill, Coatbridge, Wishaw, Cumbernauld, Milngavie, Dumbarton, Clydebank, Johnstone & all surrounding areas

£45,000 - £50,000 + Bonus + Enhanced Pension + Training + Career Progression + Excellent Company Benefits

Are you a Technical Buyer with a background in engineering or manufacturing, looking to take ownership of procurement within a dynamic and project-driven environment?

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing the end-to-end procurement function, ensuring the timely and cost-effective supply of technically complex goods and services across a diverse portfolio of projects.

You'll work closely with engineering, project, and operational teams, interpreting technical specifications and driving supplier performance to meet demanding quality and delivery standards. The role offers significant exposure to complex supply chains, including fabrication, marine, and heavy engineering environments, where your technical insight will directly influence project success.

The organisation operates at the forefront of specialist engineering and infrastructure solutions, supporting high-value projects across multiple sectors. With a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, you'll be part of a business that values expertise, encourages new ideas, and invests in the development of its people.

This position would suit a Buyer from an engineering or manufacturing background looking for an interesting and varied position with development potential.

The Role:

Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and BOMs to support accurate sourcing
Manage supplier selection, performance, and relationships
Drive cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives

The Candidate:

Experience as a Technical Buyer in engineering or manufacturing
Understanding of technical specifications and drawings
Due to required security clearances candidates must hold British citizenship

Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)


To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Patrick Simper at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates