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Probe Test Solutions Limited —Glasgow
- From £35,000 a year
- Full-time
- In-person
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- £30,000 a year
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- Communication skills
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- Full-time
- Engineering
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Probe Test Solutions Limited
Glasgow

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Job details

Full-time
From £35,000 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Supplier ordering
Sourcing
Stock ordering
CIPS
ERP software
ISO 9001
PCB
MRP
Purchase order creation
Procurement support
Procurement cost optimisation strategy
Procurement processing
Purchasing
Supplier quality management
Stock replenishment
Negotiated procurement
Communication skills
Purchasing and procurement experience
Material requirements planning

Full job description

Job Summary
Headquartered in High Blantyre, Scotland, Probe Test Solutions Ltd (PTSL) is a global high-growth electronics manufacturing and engineering business with operations in the USA, UK, and Asia. We are one of the fastest growing companies in the sector and serve many global customers. Reporting to the Senior Buyer, the Buyer will play a key role in supporting production continuity, supplier development, and procurement improvement initiatives across the business.

We are seeking a Buyer to join our Procurement team. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing goods, materials, and services to meet the company’s operational requirements. The role will involve purchasing electronic components, PCB assemblies, mechanical parts, subcontract services, tooling, consumables, and indirect spend items.

Key Responsibilities

Source and purchase raw materials, components, consumables, and services in line with production requirements.
Build and maintain effective supplier relationships to secure quality, delivery, and cost benefits.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, lead times, and terms of supply to optimise value for the company.
Manage supplier performance, resolving delivery or quality issues promptly to avoid production delays.
Monitor material usage and inventory levels, raising purchase orders and expediting deliveries where required.
Work closely with production, planning, quality, and engineering teams to forecast demand and ensure availability of critical materials.
Deliver measurable annual cost reductions through strategic sourcing, supplier development, value engineering, and commercial negotiations.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, including pricing, lead times, supplier data, and contract terms.
Ensure compliance with company purchasing procedures, quality standards, and relevant regulatory requirements.
Support supplier audits and evaluations in line with quality and operational standards

Requirements

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
Knowledge of manufacturing supply chains, materials planning, and procurement processes.
Good understanding of engineering drawings/specifications (desirable).
Analytical and detail-focused with problem-solving ability.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across suppliers and internal teams.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and ERP/MRP systems.
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications & Experience

Previous experience in a buying or procurement role within a manufacturing/engineering environment.
Understanding of quality systems (ISO9001 or equivalent) and supplier compliance.
CIPS qualification or studying towards CIPS (desirable).
Experience in electronic component procurement (desirable).
Minimum 3 years procurement experience within a manufacturing environment preferred.

Why Join PTSL?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing international electronics manufacturing business. You will play a key role in supporting production, developing strategic supplier relationships, and delivering procurement improvements that directly contribute to the company’s continued success.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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