Buyer

Securing Supply.

Requirements

This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and procurement activities to secure competitive pricing, quality products, and on-time delivery. What can you expect to do? Procurement & Order Management: Manage the purchasing process and oversee the expediting of materials from all suppliers to ensure timely delivery and supply continuity.

Vendor Management & Development: Maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying, evaluating, and onboarding new vendors to support business growth.

, negotiating pricing, and expediting orders. Supplier Relationship Building: Continuously develop and strengthen vendor partnerships to improve service levels, pricing, and reliability. Purchase Order Administration: Create, update, and manage purchase orders and VRMAs accurately within company systems.

Performance & Goal Achievement : Consistently meet or exceed performance goals established by management. Reporting & Documentation: Prepare and provide procurement and vendor performance reports as requested. Inbound Order Expediting: Proactively track and expedite inbound shipments to prevent delays and ensure on-time fulfillment.

Accounting Coordination: Collaborate with the accounting team to verify payment terms, credit arrangements, and financial documentation with suppliers. What is the experience and knowledge needed to be successful in this role? 4-year college degree.

Why Join Us

: At Velocity Electronics, our core values—Be Amazing Today, Demonstrate Mutual Respect and Trust, Act Courageously, and Own Your Outcomes—drive our success. Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is driven to exceed goals? At Velocity, you’ll be empowered to take ownership of your success, build meaningful relationships, and drive growth through innovative solutions.

Join a top independent electronic components distributor serving the world’s leading contract manufacturers and OEMs! This is an onsite position based in Stevenage, UK — placing you at the center of where global collaboration meets operational excellence.