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The role: Royal IHC UK is looking for an experienced Technical Engineering Buyer to join our Supply Chain team. You will be responsible for sourcing, procuring and expediting technically complex components, equipment, fabrications and subcontracted services for engineering and manufacturing projects. Working closely with Engineering, Project Management, Production, Quality and Logistics, you will manage procurement activities from initial RFQ through supplier selection, purchase order placement, manufacture, expediting and final delivery. You will be responsible for: Manage RFQs and procurement for engineered components, fabrications, mechanical and hydraulic equipment, electrical equipment and subcontracted services. Review engineering drawings, BOMs and technical specifications to understand procurement requirements. Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations and complete commercial and technical bid comparisons. Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, warranties and delivery conditions. Place and manage purchase orders in line with project requirements. Identify and manage long-lead and project-critical items. Expedite suppliers against agreed manufacturing and delivery milestones. Develop and maintain strong relationships with UK and international suppliers. Monitor supplier performance across quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness and technical capability. Work with Engineering and Quality to resolve NCRs, technical queries and supplier quality issues. Identify cost-reduction, value-engineering and alternative-sourcing opportunities. Manage procurement risks including supplier capacity, material availability, price escalation and long lead times. Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, pricing and delivery information within the company's ERP/MRP system. Job requirements: Previous experience as a Technical Buyer, Engineering Buyer, Project Buyer, Procurement Engineer or similar. Experience purchasing engineered components within an engineering, manufacturing, marine, offshore or heavy-engineering environment. The ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs and technical specifications. A good understanding of manufacturing processes such as fabrication, machining, hydraulics and/or electrical systems. Strong supplier negotiation and commercial-management skills. Experience managing suppliers against demanding project schedules. Good ERP/MRP and Microsoft Excel capability. Strong communication, analytical and stakeholder-management skills. Desirable: CIPS qualification, or working towards CIPS. Marine, offshore, subsea, dredging, defence or heavy-engineering experience. International procurement and Incoterms experience. Supplier quality and NCR management experience. Previous experience using IFS ERP/MRP. Royal IHC is a leading supplier of maritime technology and expert craftsmanship. Driven by innovation, our dedicated experts provide a competitive edge to our worldwide customers in the dredging, offshore, mining and defence industries. However, Royal IHC is much more than vessels, equipment and services. We deliver reliable, integrated solutions that improve operational efficiency and create a platform for a more sustainable performance. As we navigate new waters, our aim remains unchanged: to discover the smartest and safest way forward for both our customers and our people. Together, we create the maritime future. In 2042 (when we exist 400 years) Royal IHC will be a fully sustainable company with a net-zero portfolio. www.linkedin.com/company/royalihc Do you have questions about Royal IHC careers? Please contact us via: [email protected] If you want to learn more about what it's like to work for Royal IHC, click here: https://www.royalihc.com/careers Acquisition in response to our vacancies is not appreciated. Recruitment agencies may register via our portal: Recruitment agencies | Royal IHC Can't find your new job? Create a candidate home account and make use of the Job Alert. Details Details Details 
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Royalihc
Newcastle - Grey Street, United Kingdom
Technical Buyer.
ENGINEERING
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