Purchasing specialist Work, Jobs in Derby, Dby (with Salaries)

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GIBSON TECHNOLOGY —Derby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
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Supply Chain Manager
Alkegen —Derby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Warehouse experience
Procurement Analyst
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust —Nottingham
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Full-time
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JLL —Derby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Category Specialist – Oncology
Sciensus —Burton-On-Trent
- Hybrid work
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Thermo Fisher Scientific —Loughborough
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Sales
- Business development
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Technical Consultant – Software Trainer
STRUMIS —Derby
- From £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- IT
- Free parking
- Sick pay
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Account Manager - Public Sector
Experian —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Account Sourcing Manager
NAB-Jones Lang LaSalle Services —Derby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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Purchasing Manager
Machine Mart —Nottingham
- Monday to Friday
- Travel
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Procurement Manager
KERRIDGE COMMERCIAL SYSTEMS CORP —Nottingham
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Contracts
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Account Manager - Public Sector
Experian Information Solutions —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
5d
Sales Executive - Honda Leicester
Marshall Motor Group —Leicester
- £20,000 a year
- Full-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Design Engineer
Caged Tigers South Ltd —Nottingham
- £30,000 - £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- AutoCAD
- Driving
- Travel
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RSM UK —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Project management
- Tax experience
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RSM UK —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Tax experience
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RSM UK —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Tax experience
Part-Time Cook - Care Home & Rehabilitation
My Choice Healthcare Ltd —Stoke-on-Trent
- £13.33 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Rehabilitation centre
- In-person
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RSM UK —Nottingham
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- Tax experience

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Buyer

GIBSON TECHNOLOGY
Derby

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
1 day ago

Benefits

Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Bereavement leave
Sick pay
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Sage
Microsoft Excel
CIPS
Procurement
ERP systems
Microsoft Office
MRP
Purchasing
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us

Gibson Technology is globally recognised for engineering excellence in designing, developing and manufacturing high-performance engines and powertrain systems for world-leading race series. Renowned for our LMP2 powertrains, we have been delivering cutting-edge engineering solutions that push the limits of performance for over 40 years. Our achievements can be attributed to our highly skilled and committed workforce consistently delivering excellence and innovation at the highest level of motorsport.

Role Overview:

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Buyer to join our Purchasing team. Working at the heart of our procurement operations, you’ll take ownership of strategic procurement activities across both our engineering and our LMP2 motorsport projects. Building strong partnerships, driving negotiations and able to manage project timelines – with responsibility for logistics, import & export, you’ll help deliver the parts and performance our projects rely on. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, technically demanding environment we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Hands-on management of the procurement of engine components, machined parts, composites, electronics, and performance‑critical ancillaries for LMP2 racing engines and systems.
Reporting on stock levels and costings to the purchasing manager, ensuring that adequate stock is available for the production departments.
Loading of parts and updating Sage with current pricing.
Manage products supplied on technical partnerships.
Manage delivery schedules & logistics.
Resolve delivery discrepancies by comparing purchase order to delivery documentation; obtaining credits and refunds.
Progress chasing of parts to prevent part shortages.
Monitor collections & deliveries for UK and Worldwide.
Collaborate closely with; Stores, Engine Build, Engineering, Accounts, Quality and Manufacturing teams.
Deal with non-conformance issues with the quality department and suppliers.
Lead commercial negotiations for pricing, supply agreements, and long‑term partnerships with global specialist suppliers.
Maintain accurate cost data, KPI’s, BoMs, MRP records, and supplier documentation.
Manage supplier performance, resolve quality issues quickly, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
Comply with the requirements of the ISO9001: 2015 QMS.
Comply with the requirements of the ISO14001: 2015 EMS.

What we are looking for

Minimum 5 year procurement experience as a buyer ideally within motorsport, high‑performance automotive, aerospace, precision engineering, or similar industries.
Supplier relationship management expertise, including performance reviews.
Be able to multitask and must have a hands-on approach to their working practices.
Experience with Sage, ERP/MRP systems.
Good PC-Knowledge - Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
Ideally working towards CIPS. Degree qualified an advantage.
The desire to make a difference in a growing company looking to make an instant impact.
Organised, driven & motivated with attention to detail.
Knowledge of Import, Export / Customs requirements is beneficial.
An understanding of powertrain components, CNC-machined parts, castings, composites, electronics, and race‑car ancillaries.
Comfortable interpreting engineering drawings, tolerances, and technical specifications.
Confident negotiator with strong commercial awareness.
Excellent communication and supplier‑relationship skills.
Strong organisation and prioritisation abilities, especially under motorsport time pressures.

Benefits

Competitive salary
Career growth and training opportunities
Company pension scheme
Supportive and dynamic work environment
Company Private Medical Scheme
Cycle to work Scheme

As part of our recruitment process, we are required to confirm that all candidates have the legal right to live and work in the UK. This question is asked of all candidates in line with UK Right to Work requirements. If your application progresses, we may ask you to provide evidence of this at a later stage. Acceptable documentation can include, for example, a UK passport, settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, or a valid UK visa or residence permit.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our team, working hours are Monday to Friday 8am – 4pm. Due to the location, we recommend applicants have access to their own vehicle.

Competitive salary in line with experience and market rates, with full details provided at the point of initial contact.

Please contact our Careers team to express your interest.

Closing Date for applications: 31st July 2026

To move forward with your application, please send your CV and cover letter to our Careers team, quoting ref HR2026-SB01

Email [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Bereavement leave
Company pension
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Private medical insurance
Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

Derby DE65 6NZ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person

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