Buyer

Salary: Competitive Salary Working Pattern: Full Time Contract Type: Permanent Some roles build skill. This one sharpens instinct. At JCB, buyers are trusted early. Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.

You'll move fast, make real decisions, and perform under pressure supported by people who know the value of strong judgement, teamwork and ownership. You'll see the real world impact of your work on machines recognised around the world.

Buying at JCB is close to the action, collaborative by nature, and shaped by the confidence to perform when it counts. Because JCB Buyers are just naturally better. About the roleAs a Buyer at JCB, you'll be responsible for managing supplier relationships and commercial activity across a portfolio of parts, services or categories that are critical to the business.

Working closely with engineering, manufacturing and supply chain teams, you'll balance cost, quality, delivery and risk, ensuring the right decisions are made not just today, but for the long term. You'll be encouraged to develop a strong understanding of the bigger picture, while staying close to day to day priorities.

At JCB, buyers don't wait to be told what to do – they take ownership and see their decisions come to life on machines recognised around the world. What does this role involve day to day? You'll manage supplier relationships to deliver security of supply, cost effectiveness and strong performance You'll work closely with engineering, operations and NPI teams to support product launches and ongoing production You'll lead or contribute to sourcing activity, negotiations and commercial decisions You'll identify and manage supply chain risks, supporting business continuity plans You'll contribute to continuous improvement across purchasing, suppliers and internal ways of workingAcross all areas of the role autonomy, clear communication and effective decision‐making are key.

This will be suited to you if... You have experience working in a purchasing or procurement role within an engineering or manufacturing environment You bring strong commercial awareness and enjoy making informed decisions You work well as part of a collaborative team and value shared success You can balance multiple priorities in a fast‐moving environment You take pride in delivering practical outcomes that make a real differenceWe welcome applications from Buyers at different stages of their career, with opportunities aligned to experience and capability.

What happens next? We'll carefully review your application and, if you're shortlisted, our Resourcing team will arrange a call to discuss the opportunity in more detail. From there, you'll usually take part in a Teams interview, followed by an in-person meeting with the team.

We'll keep in touch throughout the process, so you'll always know where you stand. What's in it for you? When you join JCB, you'll enjoy a great package designed to reward, support and help you make the most of every day: 33 days' holiday (including most bank holidays) Market leading company pension scheme through Royal London Access to an in-house doctor, dentist, and an award-winning Occupational Health team Onsite gym to help you stay active ULEV car scheme Bupa Private Medical Health Scheme Exclusive discounts through the JCB Rewards Hub Cycle to Work schemeA business that genuinely invests in its peopleAnd that's just the start.

At JCB, you'll be part of a world-class team where your contribution is valued, your wellbeing matters, and your career can thrive. Need support during the recruitment process? Our goal is simple: to give every candidate the opportunity to perform at their bestWe welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process.

If you need any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact and we'll be happy to support you. Our Resourcing Team manage all recruitment partnerships. We ask that agencies do not submit unsolicited CVs.

Any candidate details received without prior engagement and agreement from our Resourcing Team will not be eligible for agency fees.

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