Job Description

Overview:

Contract: 12-Month Maternity Leave Cover

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, delivering dvanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, high-threat facilities, and checkpoints. Our cutting-edge X-ray solutions--ranging from low to high energy--help combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and imaging excellence, we empower our customers to detect threats and contraband with confidence.

Role Overview

We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Buyer to join our procurement team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact industry while supporting key supply chain operations
Responsibilities:
Place and manage purchase orders with precision and timeliness. Attend procurement and cross-functional meetings at our Crawley manufacturing site. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships. Support cost reduction initiatives and benchmark supply chain competitiveness. Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Engineering teams on NPI projects. Assist the Senior Buyer with negotiations and strategic sourcing. Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities. Ensure compliance with ISO standards through process documentation. Resolve supplier invoice queries and manage demand requests. Ensure suppliers consistently meet cost, quality, and delivery targets (Total Cost of Ownership).

Qualifications:
Minimum 3 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365). * Office-based availability with some flexibility.