Are you an experienced Buyer with strong compliance, import/export, and supplier negotiation expertise? We''re working with a leading Defence company who are seeking an experienced Buyer to join their team in Portchester on an initial 6 Month contract (fully onsite).This is a fantastic role for someone with proven experience managing compliance within purchasing processes and solid understanding of import/export procedures and documentation.What You''ll Be Doing:Purchasing goods, materials, and services to meet project timelines, cost targets, and quality standardsActing as the key link between suppliers and internal departments to manage orders and mitigate risksMonitoring supplier performance, conducting evaluations, and supporting supplier audits with QHSEEnsuring purchasing compliance to internal policies, regulations, and export control requirementsNegotiating pricing, contracts, and terms to drive commercial value.This role will require someone who possesses strong negotiation skills and a proven track record in leading supplier discussions and improving terms as well as the ability to manage purchasing from RFQ to delivery.Key Skills and Experience:Strong ERP/MRP systems experienceExcellent communicator with strong relationship-building skillsSelf-starter, commercially aware and detail-oriented Experience in defence, aerospace, or other regulated industries (desirable)CIPS qualification.If you are an experienced Buyer local to Portchester and are happy being fully onsi