Buyer / Yeovil / £19.10 per hour

Contract: 12‑month temporary contract (potential to extend)

A leading Aerospace & Defence organisation is seeking a Buyer to join their procurement team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys supplier engagement, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and delivers high‑quality purchasing support.

Key Responsibilities

Issue RFQs and manage supplier responses Review and negotiate quotations Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs) Conduct supplier performance reviews Manage invoices and resolve discrepancies Work closely with OperWhat We're Looking Forations, CS&S, Finance and other internal teams Support purchasing KPIs and operational performance targets Verify accuracy of Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and POsIdeal person

Strong communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities High attention to detail Experience in procurement or supply chain (Aerospace/Engineering desirable) Confident working with suppliers and cross‑functional teamsHours: 37 per week

Working Pattern: Hybrid

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