Proven experience purchasing electronic components within an electronics manufacturing or contract electronics manufacturing (CEM) environment. A leading contract electronics manufacturer are currently recruiting for a Purchasing Administrator / Buyer or Purchasing Lead / Manager on a full-time, permanent basis in the Buckinghamshire area. Role - Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager Type - Permanent Location - Buckinghamshire area Key responsibilities for the Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager will include and will not be limited to:Raise, place and manage purchase orders for electronic components and associated materialsManage day-to-day supplier communications and maintain strong relationships with UK/European electronics distributorsMonitor deliveries, manage shortages and expedite critical components to protect production schedulesMaintain stock availability through effective inventory management and lead time controlSupport cost reduction activities, supplier negotiations and procurement reportingIdentify and mitigate supply chain risks, escalating issues proactively to internal stakeholders(Lead/Manager level) Take ownership of the purchasing function, develop/improve purchasing processes and support succession planning/transitionKey skills and experience required for Purchasing Administrator / Buyer / Purchasing Lead / Manager job applicant and will not be limited to:Background in electronics manufacturing, ideally ..... full job details .....