Full job descriptionA proven defence organisation, are seeking an experienced Buyer to work within an established procurement and supply chain function and support on key projects.
*Role: Buyer
*Duration: 7-9 month contract
*Pay: Up to £26 p/hr (Inside IR35)
*Location: Yeovil (Fully onsite for first few weeks before moving to 1 day per week)
In this role, you’ll be responsible for managing purchase requisitions, raising purchase orders, liaising with suppliers, resolving order-related issues, and ensuring the smooth flow of materials and services to support operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
*Process purchase requisitions accurately and efficiently
*Create, issue and manage purchase orders through SAP
*Monitor supplier acknowledgements and delivery commitments
*Resolve ordering, invoicing and delivery-related issues
*Work closely with internal stakeholders including Operations, Finance and Supply Chain teams
*Escalate commercial or contractual matters to the appropriate procurement specialists
*Support supplier performance and on-time delivery activities
*Maintain accurate procurement records and system data
*Assist with spot-buy activities, RFQs and supplier communications where required
This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional to join a busy purchasing team, supporting key projects through to early 2027.
Key Requirements:
*Experience in aerospace, defence, engineering or manufacturing environments
*Strong working knowledge of SAP
*Excellent organisational and administrative skills
*Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
*Previous experience in a direct buying or purchasing role
*Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
*High attention to detail and accuracy
*Exposure to Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes
*Experience dealing with suppliers and purchase order management
If you’re an experienced Buyer with strong SAP knowledge and are looking for your next contract opportunity in Yeovil, apply now!