Job Description

Job Title:

Buyer

Reporting:

Purchasing Manager

Location:

Livingston, UK

About Us

Techcomp Europe Group holds an exciting portfolio of rapidly growing technology businesses that operate globally. Our brands include Edinburgh Instruments, Scion, Froilabo, Precisa and Isotopx. As a result of our continued investment in R&D, based in our Headquarter office in Livingston, Scotland, Techcomp has an exciting product pipeline to add to its existing portfolio and create fantastic opportunities for global market development through our global network of businesses and sales channels.

Edinburgh Instruments (EI) is an international market leader in high-end, high-value scientific instrumentation. Part of the Hong Kong headquartered global Techcomp Instrument Group, we operate within the Techcomp Europe (TEU) division, which consists of a group of scientific instrument manufacturing businesses with production sites across six countries in Europe and with a comprehensive commercial network with sales offices and distribution partners across the globe.

We are immensely proud of our heritage; for 50 years we have been supplying customers at leading-edge research institutes, academic and industrial facilities around the world. Our products combine customisation, user-friendliness, and high performance, and are experiencing higher-than-ever demand worldwide.

Edinburgh Instruments are looking to recruit a

Buyer

to join our

Livingston Headquarters

.

What You'll Be Doing?

Reporting into the Purchasing Manager, the Buyer will take responsibility for the purchase and supplier management of a range of products. They will be expected to interface with other procurement professionals across the group and work closely with colleagues in Production. The role is to source the correct products at the right time and price in line with Manufacturing requirement and approved requests, considering market influences, stock control and logistics.

Key responsibilities include:

Source, procure, negotiate, and administer cost effective purchase (to specification, on time at best pricing) of all components and supplies. Tracks orders and shipment and take corrective action to expedite late, incomplete, or defective deliveries. Maintain and control stocks at cost-effective levels using the MRP system. Act on purchasing reports created from the MRP system. Develop and maintain key suppliers and monitor performance. Assist in sourcing new suppliers and facilities Develop and maintain appropriate 'terms and conditions' for all EI procurements. Maintain database of orders, products, components, suppliers, and costs. Assist with the implementation of process improvements Ensure purchasing system complies with company operating procedures. Other tasks as deemed necessary by the Purchasing Manager Maintain best working practices at all times in line with Health and Safety policy guidelines.

What You'll Need to Bring

To succeed in this role, you'll bring a mix of relevant experience, skills, and personal qualities, including:

Proven experience in industrial purchasing, with strong knowledge of sourcing components and assemblies. Familiarity with purchasing mechanical machined parts, printed circuit boards (PCBs), contract manufacturing, cables and electro-mechanical sub-assemblies, power supplies, scientific supplies, and precision machining. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Proficient in MRP/ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Solid understanding of purchasing terms and conditions. CIPS Level 4 qualification (or working towards it) in procurement or supply. Strong attention to detail - accurate, thorough, and committed to high-quality work. Excellent organisational skills - able to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively. A collaborative approach - confident working as part of a team and communicating clearly with colleagues. A proactive mindset - takes ownership of tasks and follows them through to completion.

Why Us?

This a great opportunity to join an established and growing global business. In return we offer excellent financial rewards and career development prospects. You will work 37.5 flexible working pattern, that allows an early finish on a Friday. After an initial qualifying period and subject to the Company's terms and conditions of employment, Edinburgh Instruments offers a comprehensive range of benefits including performance-related bonus scheme, death in service, group income protection, private medical insurance, pension scheme, paid holidays, subsidised gym membership, cycle to work and employee discount scheme.

As an equal opportunities employer, Edinburgh Instruments is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Application question(s):

Do you have, or are you working towards a Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) qualification, if so what level? What are your salary expectations for this role?
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person