Buyer (Electronics Manufacturing)

Job Title: Buyer (Electronics Manufacturing) Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire Salary: Competitive Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Thurlby Thandar Instruments is an established leading design and manufacturer of electronic test and measurement instruments. With over three decades of experience, we supply our products throughout the world via carefully selected distributors and partners. We are located in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire where we design and manufacture our wide range of test instrumentation. We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our Purchasing team. This is a key role within a busy electronics manufacturing environment, supporting the sourcing and supply of electronic components required for production and new product introduction. The successful candidate will have experience within an electronic component supply chain and will be confident sourcing strategically important parts based on forecast demand, usage data and production requirements. You will work with franchised distributors, alternative sources and, where appropriate, the grey market to help secure stock and minimise supply risks. This role would suit someone who is commercially aware, well organised and able to work on their own initiative in a fast-moving environment. Key Responsibilities: You will be responsible for: • Sourcing components based on forecast demand and average usage data • Issuing RFQs and collating supplier responses • Placing orders through franchised distribution in line with supplier lead times • Sourcing from alternative suppliers to fill supply gaps where required • Obtaining order acknowledgements and ensuring they are filed appropriately • Reporting regularly on purchasing progress, risks and supply issues • Supporting new projects and attending NPI meetings when required • Deputising for the Purchasing Manager when needed • Supporting the Quality Manager in resolving supplier quality issues Skills and Experience: The ideal candidate will have: • Experience working in a dynamic electronics manufacturing environment • Experience buying electronic components • Good literacy and numeracy skills • Strong general office and administration skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work unsupervised • A confident and professional telephone manner • The ability to build relationships quickly with suppliers and internal teams • Good commercial awareness • Solid negotiation skills Experience of Syspro would be a distinct advantage. Personal Attributes: We are looking for someone with drive, determination and a proactive approach. You should be able to prioritise effectively, communicate clearly and take ownership of supply issues through to resolution. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable Buyer to play an important role in supporting production, new product introduction and supplier performance within a well-established electronics manufacturing business. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Buyer, Electronics Buyer, Component Buyer, Purchasing Buyer, Procurement Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Technical Buyer, Supply Chain Buyer, Electronics Procurement Specialist, Component Sourcing Specialist, Purchasing Specialist, Procurement Specialist, Supply Chain Specialist, Materials Buyer, Commodity Buyer, Sourcing Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Executive, Procurement Executive, Supply Chain Coordinator, may also be considered for this role.