Are you an experienced Buyer whose led projects ready to step into a leadership role?Or an established Senior Buyer looking to make a real impact within a high-performing manufacturing environment?Our client in Fareham is looking for a Senior Buyer to lead a site-based team, strengthen supplier performance, drive cost optimisation, manage risk and support new product introduction within a regulated manufacturing environment.Senior BuyerSalary DOEPermanent Mon-Thurs 8:00-17:00, Fri 8:00-12:00FarehamSenior BuyerJob Description Support the daily leadership and coordination of the procurement teamSupport team development through regular 1-2-1s and skills assessmentDrive supplier performance, risk management and cost optimisationLead supply chain involvement in new product introductionEnsure lowest cost of acquisition while maintaining quality and delivery standardsPromote a continuous improvement culture using Lean principlesSenior BuyerEssential Experience/Skills/QualificationsIdeally 3-5 years'' procurement experience within manufacturing / aerospaceStrong supplier management and negotiation background, with a track record of cost reduction and performance improvement.Experience in a regulated environment (AS9100, ISO9001, IATF16949 or similar)Our client is open to a Buyer who has led projects, mentored colleagues or taken informal leadership responsibility and is ready to step upA proactive, improvement-focused mindsetCIPS QualifiedSenior BuyerCompany Benefits5 days holiday +