SC Cleared - Senior Subcontract/Technical Buyer - Defence Engineering - SC Required

Summary: We are seeking a hands-on SC Cleared Senior Subcontract/Technical Buyer to support complex engineering development programmes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering procurement and will work closely with technical teams to manage the sourcing of complex test equipment, prototype parts, and engineered materials. This role requires experience in secure Defence environments and effective supplier management. The position is focused on ensuring that procurement aligns with technical requirements and project needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Engineering teams to understand technical requirements
• Source, evaluate, and procure complex equipment and materials for development projects
• Run RFQs, negotiate pricing, and manage suppliers throughout delivery
• Support subcontract administration (no heavy contract drafting required)
• Manage purchasing activity for prototype and low-volume engineered items
• Work within secure Defence environments

Key Skills:

• Strong background in technical/engineering procurement
• Experience purchasing test equipment, electronic/mechanical components, or technical materials
• Proven ability to engage with engineers and translate requirements into purchasing actions
• Supplier management, negotiation, RFQ management
• Defence, aerospace, or other secure engineering project experience

Salary (Rate): £67 per hour

City: Milton Keynes

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

We are currently seeking a hands-on SC Cleared (SC) Senior Subcontract/Technical Buyer to support complex engineering development programmes. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in engineering procurement, able to work closely with technical teams, and manage the end-to-end sourcing of complex test equipment, prototype parts, and engineered materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with Engineering teams to understand technical requirements

• Source, evaluate, and procure complex equipment and materials for development projects

• Run RFQs, negotiate pricing, and manage suppliers throughout delivery

• Support subcontract administration (no heavy contract drafting required)

• Manage purchasing activity for prototype and low-volume engineered items

• Work within secure Defence environments

Essential Experience:

• Strong background in technical/engineering procurement

• Experience purchasing test equipment, electronic/mechanical components, or technical materials

• Proven ability to engage with engineers and translate requirements into purchasing actions

• Supplier management, negotiation, RFQ management

• Defence, aerospace, or other secure engineering project experience