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Job Type: Permanent \n Location: Oldbury, West Midlands \n Hours: 40 hours per week \n Competitive Salary & Benefits \n At Hayley Dexis we’ve built-up our reputation over the course of the last five decades with stock, service and people at the core of everything we do. As we enter an exciting period of growth our 1,400 people doing things the “Hayley Way” play a vital role in our ongoing success. \n We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, our people truly make the difference bringing energy, expertise, and passion that help us deliver outstanding service to our customers every single day. \n We’re excited to offer a brilliant opportunity for a Supply Chain Buyer to join our well-established and expanding Rail team based in Oldbury. \n About the Supply Chain Buyer role: \n As our Supply Chain Buyer, you will be required to develop strong and long-lasting relationships with our supply partners, helping to negotiate the best deals for Hayley Dexis whilst ensuring due regard to quality, cost and timely delivery of products. \n The role also involves monitoring supplier performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities, resolving supply issues and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality and overall supply chain resilience. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and proactive professional who enjoys problem-solving, relationship management and making a tangible impact on business performance. \n What we’re looking for in our Supply Chain Buyer: \n • Previous Supply Chain experience is essential \n • Experience in similar industries and supplier base would be beneficial \n • Exposure to ERP and MRP systems \n • Proficient in basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office with a sound grasp of Excel \n • An effective communicator, with good verbal and written communication skills \n • Customer and supplier focused, driven to provide consistently high levels of service \n • A desire to improve upon the above skill sets or demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop within the role \n What you’ll get in return: \n • From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays) \n • Company bonus scheme \n • Life assurance cover (x2 salary) \n • Invitation to healthcare schemes \n • Company pension scheme \n • Wellness programmes \n • Training and development provided through our own Hayley Academy \n What to expect from our recruitment process: \n 1. Initial screening \n 1. Microsoft Teams interview with our Talent Acquisition Partner \n 1. Face to face interview either in-person or Microsoft Teams \n 1. Decision outcome \n We’ll close this role on Friday 23rd October but may do so earlier if we receive strong interest so don’t miss out. \n A final note... \n Not sure you tick every box? Please don’t let that stop you from applying. \n Need any reasonable adjustments? Just give our talent acquisition team a shout. \n Any questions on your mind? Please reach out to us at

Position: Graduate Technical Buyer - Chinese Speaking. The Graduate Technical Buyer - Chinese Speaking is required in Tipton for our client. Graduate Technical Buyer - Chinese Speaking Job Overview.

Bromford is seeking a Category Buyer to help secure the right goods and services at the right value, enabling safe, efficient, high-quality services.

Wolverhampton | Up to £60,000 | Days Are you a commercially minded leader with a background in engineering or manufacturing, ready to take ownership of a quote-to-order function from enquiry through to delivery? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established precision engineering and manufacturing business for an experienced Commercial Manager to lead their commercial team and personally manage a portfolio of key accounts. • Leading, coaching and developing a commercial team of three, setting objectives and managing day-to-day workload, • Owning a portfolio of key accounts, building relationships at buyer and engineering level and delivering growth targets, • Managing the RFQ and quotation process end to end, ensuring turnaround targets and quote conversion goals are met, • Reviewing and approving quotations and pricing within delegated authority, ensuring accurate cost build-ups and target margins, • Owning the contract review process, including PO acceptance, customer terms and flow-down requirements, • Monitoring realised versus quoted margin, leading price negotiations and surcharge recovery, • Reporting on enquiry levels, quote conversion, orderbook and sales forecast, • Acting as senior escalation point for customer commercial issues, working cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering and Production, • Supporting new business development, including customer visits and account onboarding, • Ensuring commercial processes comply with AS9100, NADCAP and export control requirements, • 5+ years' experience in a commercial, account management or internal sales role within an engineering or manufacturing business, • Proven experience managing or supervising a team, • Experience quoting and pricing bespoke or low-volume manufactured components, • A track record of managing key accounts and delivering growth, • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to customer sites, • Advanced Excel skills for pricing models, margin analysis and reporting, • Experience in precision machining, fabrication or subcontract manufacturing, • Experience supplying aerospace, defence, energy or medical sectors, • A degree, HNC/HND in engineering or business, or a formal management qualification (ILM/CMI), • Experience negotiating long-term agreements or framework contracts, • Salary up to £60,000, dependent on experience, • Dayshift working hours, • A senior, influential role within a growing commercial function, • The opportunity to lead a team and shape commercial strategy If you're an experienced commercial leader from an engineering or manufacturing background looking for your next senior role, #J-18808-Ljbffr

GSF Car Parts Limited in Wolverhampton is seeking a Buyer to support the Indirect Procurement function, delivering cost-effective, compliant sourcing across the business. You will work with internal stakeholders and suppliers to manage sourcing activity, supplier onboarding, contract administration and SRM, while advancing ESG and cost-control initiatives. This hybrid role offers exposure to multiple indirect spend categories, development of procurement skills and a path to progression within #J-18808-Ljbffr

This is a rare opportunity for somebody with the right experience to progress into a Category Management role which is an enviable position to have within the construction supply sector. Recruiting: Sales, Trade Counter, Category manager, procurement, buyer, buying, business development, sales manag

Commercial Manager Salary: Up to £60,000 Location: West Midlands A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is looking to strengthen its senior commercial function with the appointment of a Commercial Manager. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function, lead a small team and personally manage a portfolio of key customer accounts. The successful candidate will ideally come from an engineering, manufacturing or subcontract environment, with a strong understanding of quotation, pricing, margin and contract management. As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for: • Leading, coaching and developing a small commercial team, including setting KPIs and managing performance., • Managing a portfolio of key accounts and developing relationships at both buyer and engineering level., • Owning the RFQ and quotation process from initial enquiry through to order., • Reviewing and approving quotations, cost build-ups and pricing to ensure target margins are achieved., • Managing the contract review and order acceptance process, identifying commercial and contractual risks., • Monitoring quoted versus realised margins and taking action where required., • Leading customer negotiations, annual price reviews and surcharge recovery., • Working closely with Engineering, Production and Purchasing to ensure quoted lead times, capacity and manufacturing routes are realistic. We are looking for an experienced commercial professional who can combine commercial judgement with a genuine understanding of engineering and manufacturing. Ideally, you will have: • 5+ years' experience within commercial, account management or internal sales roles in an engineering/manufacturing environment., • Previous experience of leading, supervising or managing a team., • Strong experience of quoting and pricing manufactured components., • The ability to understand engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing requirements., • Strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager / Senior Account Manager / Commercial Team Leader to take a genuine step up in responsibility, working closely with the Commercial Director and having significant influence over the company's commercial performance. Salary: Up to £60,000 If you have the engineering/manufacturing background, commercial experience and leadership capability required, we'd be keen to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr

TAINA is an established, award-winning RegTech company trusted by some of the world's largest financial institutions, professional services firms, and digital platforms. Our clients include global banks, leading asset managers, Big Four firms and financial services organisations operating in highly regulated environments. Backed by a strong investor base including SIX, HSBC, Deutsche Bank and Anthemis, TAINA has spent over a decade building enterprise-grade tax operations technology, helping organisations reduce risk, improve customer experience and transform compliance operations. Today, we are entering our next chapter. We are building what we believe will become the world's first Agentic AI Tax Operations Platform, transforming how global enterprises manage tax operations, regulatory compliance, onboarding, remediation, documentation management, monitoring and governance. Our vision extends beyond software. We are building the tax infrastructure for the global financial ecosystem. As we bring this category-defining platform to market, we are seeking an exceptional Go-To-Market Lead with proven experience launching and scaling AI-native enterprise products. This is not a traditional sales or marketing role. We are looking for an executive-level leader who understands how to successfully bring AI-native products to enterprise markets, particularly within regulated industries. You will own the commercial strategy, positioning, market adoption and scaling of TAINA's next generation AI platform. Working directly with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team, you will help define category positioning, product packaging, pricing strategy, risk and governance messaging, commercial models and enterprise adoption frameworks. This is a rare opportunity to help shape an entirely new category at the intersection of Agentic AI, enterprise software and regulatory technology. • Develop and execute the commercial strategy for TAINA's AI-native product portfolio., • Define market positioning, value propositions and category creation strategies., • Establish product launch frameworks and commercialisation plans., • Identify target markets, buyer personas and enterprise adoption pathways., • Drive product-market fit validation and scaling initiatives., • Lead the commercialisation of AI-native and agentic workflow products., • Define packaging, licensing, pricing and monetisation models., • Build business cases demonstrating value, ROI and operational impact., • Translate complex AI capabilities into compelling business outcomes for enterprise buyers., • Shape commercial approaches for new AI capabilities throughout the product lifecycle., • Engage with senior executives at enterprise organisations to understand adoption barriers and buying requirements., • Develop approaches for AI governance, risk, trust and explainability conversations., • Build frameworks that support client confidence in enterprise AI deployment., • Help customers understand the operational, financial and strategic implications of agentic AI adoption., • Work closely with Product, Marketing, Sales and Customer Success teams to align execution., • Contribute to strategic planning as a member of the Executive Leadership Team., • Support investor, board and strategic partnership discussions where required., • Develop market education, thought leadership and category-building initiatives., • Influence product roadmap decisions through market insight and customer feedback., • Understand the end-to-end lifecycle of AI-native products from concept to scale., • Assess market opportunities, commercial risks and investment priorities., • Monitor competitor activity and emerging AI market trends., • Proven experience bringing AI-native enterprise software products to market., • Experience launching entirely new products or product categories., • Deep understanding of enterprise software commercialisation., • Strong understanding of AI adoption within large organisations., • Experience developing pricing, packaging and commercial models for AI-based solutions., • Experience presenting to C-level stakeholders within large enterprises., • Strong understanding of SaaS economics and commercial scaling strategies., • Experience creating and executing enterprise go-to-market strategies., • Experience within RegTech, FinTech, tax technology, compliance technology or broader financial services technology., • Experience commercialising agentic AI, workflow automation or autonomous systems., • Understanding of AI governance, explainability, auditability and regulatory considerations., • Experience selling into banks, capital markets firms, asset managers, financial institutions or other regulated sectors., • Experience building new markets through thought leadership and category creation. Within this role, you will help TAINA: • Establish market leadership in Agentic AI for Tax Operations., • Create and own the commercial narrative for a new category of enterprise AI., • Accelerate adoption amongst global financial institutions., • Develop scalable commercial models for AI-native offerings.Position TAINA as the recognised authority in AI-driven tax operations.Support the company's ambition to become foundational infrastructure within the global tax ecosystem #J-18808-Ljbffr

Overview As Buyer, you will manage daily demand planning and supplier relationships to keep production flowing cost-effectively. You will negotiate, consolidate suppliers, and monitor delivery and quality data to support end-to-end manufacturing. The role sits within Purchasing & Supply Chain, collaborating cross-functionally to improve SQCDP targets. You help reduce lead times and costs while maintaining dependable supply in a fast-paced environment. ResponsibilitiesManage daily demand planning aligned with MOQ/MOV, lead times, and receipt activityBuild and maintain supplier relationships with clear communication and escalation when neededMaintain quality documentation accuracy and data integrityCollaborate with suppliers and internal quality teams on permits and corrective actionsNegotiate cost reductions, protect pricing, and strengthen terms via supplier consolidationManage open demand to meet dispatch targets, tracking promised dates and variances Key requirementsProven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain with influence over buying decisionsEnthusiastic, self-motivated team player with ownership of supplier base and OTIFStrong communication and customer-focused mindset for supplier partnershipsAbility to work under time pressure while staying organized and detail-orientedFamiliarity with commercial controls like payment terms, price variation, and supplier performance trackingCollaborative, cross-functional approach with understanding of quality, safety, and delivery expectationsstrong communicationcustomer-focused mindsetteam playerdirect purchasing and supplier managementdemand planningOTIF (on-time in-full)

Commercial Manager Salary: Up to £60,000 Location: West Midlands A well-established engineering and manufacturing business is looking to strengthen its senior commercial function with the appointment of a Commercial Manager. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function, lead a small team and personally manage a portfolio of key customer accounts. The successful candidate will ideally come from an engineering, manufacturing or subcontract environment , with a strong understanding of quotation, pricing, margin and contract management. As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for: Leading, coaching and developing a small commercial team, including setting KPIs and managing performance. Managing a portfolio of key accounts and developing relationships at both buyer and engineering level. Owning the RFQ and quotation process from initial enquiry through to order. Reviewing and approving quotations, cost build-ups and pricing to ensure target margins are achieved. Managing the contract review and order acceptance process, identifying commercial and contractual risks. Monitoring quoted versus realised margins and taking action where required. Leading customer negotiations, annual price reviews and surcharge recovery. Working closely with Engineering, Production and Purchasing to ensure quoted lead times, capacity and manufacturing routes are realistic. . The Person We are looking for an experienced commercial professional who can combine commercial judgement with a genuine understanding of engineering and manufacturing . Ideally, you will have: 5+ years' experience within commercial, account management or internal sales roles in an engineering/manufacturing environment. Previous experience of leading, supervising or managing a team . Strong experience of quoting and pricing manufactured components. The ability to understand engineering drawings, specifications and manufacturing requirements. . Strong Excel and ERP/MRP experience. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager / Senior Account Manager / Commercial Team Leader to take a genuine step up in responsibility, working closely with the Commercial Director and having significant influence over the company's commercial performance. Salary: Up to £60,000 If you have the engineering/manufacturing background, commercial experience and leadership capability required, we'd be keen to hear from you. M-Tec Engineering Solutions are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title: Commercial Manager Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 p.a. Contract: Permanent Hours: Monday – Thursday (8:00am – 16:00pm) Friday – 12:30pm finish Due to continued growth Next Generation are currently recruiting for an Commercial Manager for a well-established manufacturing business who have ambitious plans to increase their current market share. The main responsibility of the Commercial Manager is to lead the commercial function, owning the quote-to order process, pricing and contract review from enquire through to order placement. With three direct reports the Commercial Manager will also be responsible nurturing the team to ensure product margins are protected and clients are dealt with professionally. Duties of the Commercial Manager: • Lead, coach and develop the commercial team; set objectives and KPIs, hold regular one-to-ones, complete appraisals and manage day-to-day workload allocation. • Personally own a defined portfolio of key accounts, acting as the primary commercial point of contact, building relationships at buyer and engineering level and delivering agreed growth targets. • Own the RFQ and quotation process end to end; ensure all enquiries are loaded onto the RFQ tracker within 4 hours, priorities are agreed with the Engineering Manager, and quote turnaround targets are met. • Review and approve quotations and pricing within delegated authority, ensuring cost build-ups are accurate and target margins are achieved; escalate quotations outside authority to the Commercial Director. • Own the contract review process; ensure POs are loaded within 4 hours, contract review paperwork is completed, and customer terms, specifications and flow-down requirements are formally accepted or challenged before order acceptance. • Monitor realised versus quoted margin across the orderbook; identify and act on loss-making work, and lead price negotiations, annual reviews and material or energy surcharge recovery. • Report weekly and monthly on enquiry levels, quote conversion, order intake, orderbook and sales forecast; provide commentary and corrective actions to the Commercial Director. • Act as the senior escalation point for customer commercial issues, working with Quality, Engineering and Production to resolve delivery, cost or specification problems, and communicating recovery plans to the customer. • Work with Engineering, Production and Purchasing to ensure quoted lead times, capacity and manufacturing routes are realistic and deliverable before commitment to the customer. • Support new business development, including customer visits, capability presentations, onboarding of new accounts and completion of customer approval and supplier assessment documentation. • Identify and manage commercial risk within customer agreements, including payment terms, liability, tooling ownership, consignment stock, long-term agreements and obsolescence. • Ensure customer-facing processes comply with AS9100, NADCAP and export control requirements, and that all commercial records are maintained for audit. • Deputise for the Commercial Director as required, including attendance at senior management and customer review meetings. The successful candidate for the Commercial Managers position will have the following experience: · 3 - 5 years' experience working as a Commercial Manager, managing contracts within engineering or manufacturing (Essential) • Ability to Quote, and cost build for Low-volume, high mix components (Essential) • Working within a precision engineering environment (Desirable) • Managing high level commercial relationships (Essential) Due to the high number of applications, we receive, we are sometimes not able to respond directly to each candidate. If you haven't been contacted within 14 days of your application, unfortunately you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Next Generation and the relevant client related to this vacancy. Next Generation work in partnership with businesses across the UK who operate within Manufacturing, Logistics & Commercial sectors. We provide permanent and contract opportunities engaging with talented candidates looking to make their next career move. TPBN1_UKTJ

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GSF Car Parts is seeking a Buyer to support indirect procurement, drive cost efficiencies and ensure compliant supply of goods across the business.

Babcock Vehicle Engineering in Walsall is seeking an Assistant Buyer / Operational Procurement Associate to support end-to-end procurement activities in a fast-paced environment. You'll help convert requirements into purchase orders, monitor deliveries, resolve invoice queries and maintain accurate supplier data within ERP systems, while collaborating with stakeholders across the business. This hybrid role offers career development in procurement and supply chain. #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Buyer will support the Indirect Procurement function in the delivery of a cost-effective, efficient and compliant supply of goods and services across the business. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support sourcing activity, supplier management, contract administration, supplier onboarding, ESG compliance, invoice validation and cost control initiatives, whilst developing procurement capability and commercial understanding. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple indirect spend categories, develop core procurement skills and progress a career within the Indirect Procurement team. • Support day‑to‑day purchasing activity across indirect spend categories and manage the shared mailbox, • Lead sourcing exercises, including RFQs, supplier comparisons and cost analysis, • Deliver cost down against an annual cost reduction plan and efficiency targets, • Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure a timely supply, • Manage supplier onboarding, compliance documents and maintain accurate records in the document library, • Negotiate and prepare contracts using templated terms & conditions, • Lead supplier performance monitoring and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities for allocated categories, • Manage invoice queries and work with suppliers and Finance to resolve discrepancies, • Ensure business wide compliance with procurement processes, • Support use of systems and AI tools to improve efficiency and streamline procurement processes, • Reduce Tail Spend and rationalise suppliers, • Assist in the delivery of the Scope 3 Net Zero and EcoVadis workstreams to support GSF’s ESG strategy This role is hybrid with 3 days in our office in Wolverhampton • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, • An interest in procurement and supply chain, with a desire to develop professionally, • CIPS qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards CIPS is desirable, • Experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain environment (preferred but not essential), • Good numerical skills and analytical skills with attention to detail, • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, • Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks and work to deadlines, • A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn, • Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers, • A customer service mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, • Awareness of how systems, data and AI tools can be used to improve efficiency, • Managing multiple requests and priorities in a fast-paced environment, • Balancing cost, service and compliance requirements, • Building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, • Developing procurement knowledge while delivering consistent operational support, • Working accurately to deadlines and maintaining attention to detail #J-18808-Ljbffr

The Buyer will support the Indirect Procurement function in the delivery of a cost‑effective, efficient and compliant supply of goods and services across the business. The Buyer will support the Indirect Procurement function in the delivery of a cost‑effective, efficient and compliant supply of goods and services across the business. The role will work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to support sourcing activity, supplier management, contract administration, supplier onboarding, ESG compliance, invoice validation and cost control initiatives, whilst developing procurement capability and commercial understanding. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple indirect spend categories, develop core procurement skills and progress a career within the Indirect Procurement team. • Support day‑to‑day purchasing activity across indirect spend categories and manage the shared mailbox, • Lead sourcing exercises, including RFQs, supplier comparisons and cost analysis, • Deliver cost down against an annual cost reduction plan and efficiency targets, • Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure a timely supply, • Manage supplier onboarding, compliance documents and maintain accurate records in the document library, • Negotiate and prepare contracts using templated terms & conditions, • Lead supplier performance monitoring and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities for allocated categories, • Manage invoice queries and work with suppliers and Finance to resolve discrepancies, • Ensure business wide compliance with procurement processes, • Support use of systems and AI tools to improve efficiency and streamline procurement processes, • Reduce Tail Spend and rationalise suppliers, • Assist in the delivery of the Scope 3 Net Zero and EcoVadis workstreams to support GSF’s ESG strategy, • Strong IT skills including Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, • An interest in procurement and supply chain, with a desire to develop professionally, • CIPS qualification (Level 3 or 4) or working towards CIPS is desirable, • Experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain environment (preferred but not essential), • Good numerical skills and analytical skills with attention to detail, • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, • Ability to organise workload, prioritise tasks and work to deadlines, • A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn, • Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and external suppliers, • A customer service mindset with a focus on continuous improvement, • Awareness of how systems, data and AI tools can be used to improve efficiency, • Managing multiple requests and priorities in a fast‑paced environment, • Balancing cost, service and compliance requirements, • Building effective working relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, • Developing procurement knowledge while delivering consistent operational support, • Working accurately to deadlines and maintaining attention to detail, • Delivering cost saving targets GSF Car Parts is a leading motor factor with more than 210 branches across the UK and Ireland, supplying thousands of independent garages, national chains and retail customers with parts for all makes and models, tools, garage equipment and specialist training. The business is driven by a strong supply chain that’s comprises of our National Distribution Center in Wolverhampton, our strategically located Regional Distribution Hubs and hundreds of branches that provide excellent service to their local customers. GSF Car Parts has been serving the automotive aftermarket since the late 1960’s, growing steadily over the last half century through organic expansion and acquisition. In November 2021 the local brands trading through The Parts Alliance came together under the GSF banner to form a single unified proposition, nationwide. The knowledge and experience of our people form the foundation of our reputation for outstanding customer service. Today, we are driven by continuous improvement, and we seek new ways to deliver the best possible customer service experience, whether at home, at the counter or in the garage. We are constantly evolving, adapting to the evolution of emerging vehicle technology and its impact on the aftermarket for our people, and developing new software to improve our service to customers. #INDGSF #INDGSF #J-18808-Ljbffr

Safran, in partnership with Morson, is recruiting Buyers to support the Central Supply Chain division at the Wolverhampton site. This initial 6-month contract offers strong extension potential as Safran programmes progress. As a Buyer, you will manage orders, resolve supply issues, and work closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to maintain on-time delivery and drive cost improvements across a critical supplier base. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Buyers to support the Central Supply Chain division at their Wolverhampton site. As a Buyer, you will play a key role in ensuring the timely delivery of critical components and materials from a portfolio of suppliers.

The role supports the Director with purchasing, supplier sourcing and handling technical enquiries, including coordinating with Chinese suppliers for castings and components.

Job Title: Assistant Buyer / Operational Procurement Associate Location: Stockton Close, Walsall + Hybrid Working Arrangements Compensation: £26,800.00 - £31,500.00 + Benefits Role Type: Full time / 12-month Fixed Term Contract Role ID: SF75789 Launch your procurement career and help to build the next generation of specialist military and emergency service vehicles. At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as an Assistant Buyer / Operational Procurement Associateat Babcock Vehicle Engineering in Walsall, near Birmingham, West Midlands. As an Assistant Buyer /Operational Procurement Associate, you'll play a vital role in supporting the delivery of operational procurement activity within a unique and fast-paced vehicle engineering environment. You'll be at the heart of the supply chain, ensuring critical materials, products and services are available when needed to support operational delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in procurement, purchasing or supply chain.. Day-to-day, you'll gain exposure to end-to-end procurement processes, collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders and suppliers, and develop valuable skills that can open doors across automotive, defence, engineering and manufacturing industries. You will be: • Supporting Buyers to deliver efficient procurement and purchasing activities across the business., • Processing material and purchasing demands, converting requirements into purchase orders for suppliers., • Monitoring overdue orders and proactively liaising with suppliers to maintain delivery performance., • Resolving invoice queries and supplier delivery issues to ensure smooth operational performance., • Maintaining accurate procurement and supplier data within purchasing and enterprise resource planning systems This role is full time, 37.5 hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with days onsite and days working from home. Standard office hours apply Monday to Thursday with flexible start times between 7am and 9am, with an early finish on Fridays. • Experience working in a customer-focused or service-driven environment., • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook., • Ability to communicate effectively and build positive working relationships with stakeholders., • Experience using procurement, purchasing or enterprise resource planning systems would be advantageous. We value difference and don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) . • Generous holiday allowance, • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance, • Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+, • Employee share scheme, • Employee shopping savings portal, • Payment of Professional Fees, • Reservists in the armed forces receive 10-days special paid leave, • Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement, • Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity, • Flexible working - we give people more options to better integrate their work and personal life, whilst ensuring that business needs are met, • A dynamic working environment We're Babcock - a global FTSE 100 organisation with over 29,000 people working together to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of something bigger. From initial design to final decommissioning, your work will contribute to products and services that are essential to national security and public infrastructure. Together, we're building a future that lasts - not just through the impact we make, but through meaningful careers that respect your work-life balance. We call that lifetime engineering. Join us and see how far we can go, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr