Job Description

ENGINEERING BUYER

Rotolok is a global market leader in rotary valves and valve technologies for the powder processing and bulk handling industries. We manufacture durable, reliable products which continue to deliver value for our customers throughout the product lifespan.

We invest in advanced machinery and seek out opportunities to reduce our carbon footprint, whilst our streamlined production flow allows us to deliver on-time.

We are proud to be a family business and work as a team, so all our employees feel a sense of inclusion, support and belonging.

If you are customer focussed, solutions orientated and strive for excellence then you could be just what our business is looking for.

The Engineering Buyer is responsible for ensuring materials are sourced and purchased to the required specification having regard for quality, delivery, price and other contractual conditions.

For this role you will need to have an Engineering Degree or equivalent demonstrable experience along with a procurement qualification.

You will also need to be an experienced buyer with extensive practical experience of working in a manufacturing/engineering environment.

The main duties of the role are:

To provide cost effective and strategic sourcing focus, not only on price, but on total cost of acquisition and added value

Review supplier product designs, processes, and activities for compliance with company manufacturing guidelines, quality processes, and standards

Consult with engineering team to establish performance criteria and specifications for suppliers

Source and investigate potential suppliers and recommend suitable ones for projects or existing products

Submit drawings and/or technical specifications to suppliers and ensure that quotations are received on time

Negotiate prices and terms and conditions of purchase

Responsible for project inventory management including total cost analysis

Work with key suppliers to help improve their performance, competitiveness and capabilities

Responsible for the coordination of project materials flows, storage and distribution in accordance with company policies and procedures

Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken with all supplier relationships.

Our ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable them to quickly establish effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

The candidate will be self-motivated with a desire to set high standards of work performance for themselves to enable them to deliver the best service to all our customers. Being innovative and open to new ideas with the ability to positively adapt to change is essential in this role.

Benefits of working for the Rotolok Group

Competitive salary (dependent on qualifications and experience) Annual company pay review and individual merit award review Overtime available to workshop hourly paid employees Basic hours.
Office (36.5 hours per week):

Monday to Thursday - 08.30 to 17.00

Friday - 08.30 to 13.00

Generous Bonus Scheme Contributory Pension Scheme 33 days annual leave (includes 8 days statutory bank holidays) plus our 'Flexible Holiday Trading Scheme' Life Assurance Scheme (after qualifying period) Income Protection Plan (after qualifying period) Employee Support and Perks Package Free car parking Investment in our employees through learning and development Flexible and family friendly policies
We encourage early application as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates are found. If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact Carmen Broom, Group HR Business Partner on 01884 232232.

CLOSING DATE: 27 June 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Procurement: 3 years (required) Mechanical engineering: 3 years (preferred) read engineering drawings: 3 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 27/06/2025