Senior Buyer - Engineering / Manufacturing EnvironmentLocation: UK (hybrid working available)Salary: Competitive + benefitsWe''re supporting a leading, high-technology engineering organisation delivering complex systems into highly regulated sectors. As part of continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Senior Buyer to take ownership of strategic procurement activities across a diverse supplier base.This is a key role within the procurement function, offering the opportunity to influence sourcing strategy, supplier performance, and cost optimisation across technically complex programmes.The RoleYou will be responsible for managing end-to-end procurement activity, ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services in line with business objectives.Key responsibilities include:Leading sourcing activities across mechanical, electrical, and engineered componentsNegotiating contracts, pricing, and long-term agreements with suppliersDeveloping and managing supplier relationships to improve performance, quality, and deliverySupporting new product introduction (NPI) and engineering programmesDriving cost reduction initiatives and value engineering opportunitiesEnsuring compliance with internal governance and external regulatory requirementsWorking cross-functionally with engineering, quality, and programme teamsAbout YouYou will be an experienced procurement professional with a background in engineering, manufacturing, or a similarly technical envi