Buyer – Commodity Electronics Engineering/Manufacturing & Automotive Sector Location: Dorking Salary: up to £45,000 Hours: Full-time, Permanent, 37.5 hours 27686 Responsibilities: Sourcing & Procurement: Identify, negotiate, and source suppliers for electrical and automotive components and materials. Supplier Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality standards, timely deliveries, and cost efficiency. Cost Control: Ensure procurement is in line with budgetary targets while maintaining product quality and compliance with industry standards. Inventory Management: Monitor and manage stock levels, working closely with the production team to ensure continuity of supply and minimal downtime. Market Analysis: Stay up-to-date with market trends, commodity pricing, and supplier landscape to provide the best value and strategic advantage. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, production, and logistics teams to ensure smooth and efficient operations. Quality Assurance: Ensure all purchased components meet required specifications and industry standards. Negotiation & Contracting: Negotiate contracts and pricing with suppliers to secure the most favorable terms.Skills & Experience: Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in procurement or buying within the commodity electronics, engineering, or automotive sectors. Knowledge: Strong understanding of electronic components, manufacturing processes, and automotive supply chains. Negotiation: Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills. Technical Acumen: A good understanding of technical specifications and quality standards. Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on cost control and process optimization. Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising with multiple stakeholders. Software Proficiency: Experience using procurement software and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Qualification: A relevant degree or certification in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering is an advantage.Benefits: Innovative Environment: Work with cutting-edge technologies and industry leaders in the engineering and automotive sectors. Career Growth: Opportunity for professional development and career progression. Collaborative Team: Be part of a diverse, high-performing team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. Competitive Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package Life Assurance from day one = 5x basic salary Personal Pension Scheme (3.5% employee = 5.5% employer / 5% employee = 7.5% employer) – enrolled after three month 25 days holiday plus BH’s Consultant - Jack Adams - Octane Recruitment STHOJ   Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.   We are recruiting across the UK for Service, Aftersales and Parts - Service Advisor, Warranty Advisor, Warranty Administrator, Aftersales Advisor, Service Team Manager, Senior Service Advisor, Service Manager, Aftersales Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Administrator, Parts Supervisor, Parts Managers   Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments