Senior Strategic Buyer - Engineering Supply Chain

No Visa Sponsorship Available

Location: Northern Ireland - Omagh Offices

Seniority Level: Mid to Senior

Employment Type: Full Time - Employed

Workplace Type: Onsite

Description:

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Strategic Buyer to join a leading engineering manufacturer in Northern Ireland. Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain, you'll lead sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, and cost-reduction initiatives while managing key supplier relationships and supporting a high-performing sourcing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across global suppliers.

• Lead contract negotiations, tendering activities, and supplier management.

• Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities while ensuring supply continuity.

• Manage supplier performance, audits, risk, and compliance.

• Source and onboard new suppliers to improve quality, cost, and service.

• Support production requirements and manage multiple sourcing projects.

• Mentor and guide sourcing team members to achieve business KPIs.

• Proven strategic procurement and sourcing experience within engineering or manufacturing.

• Strong negotiation, contract management, and supplier relationship skills.

• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical requirements.

• Excellent stakeholder management and project coordination skills.

• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor experience is a plus.

Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.