Location: Harwell, Quad Two, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. Governments and private industry rely on us to create satellite‑based systems that provide trusted, anytime‑anywhere connectivity and positioning—helping care for our planet, manage its resources thoughtfully, and explore our Solar System with curiosity and purpose. We view space as a new horizon for collective progress, shaping a more sustainable life on Earth. As a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space partners with Telespazio through the Space Alliance to deliver a full suite of...

Senior Buyer High Wycombe 4-months to perm up to £50,000pa - £26 p/h PAYE - £33 p/h Umbrella: MARS Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Buyer on behalf of a key manufacturing client in High Wycombe. This role would suit a Senior Buyer with experience of purchasing electro-mechanical based components in a specialist manufacturing industry. On a day-to-day basis you will ensure that all buying activities are executed in line with demand, you will liaise with stakeholders to ensure that suppliers are meeting delivery, quality and cost, whilst assessing any supplier risks due to market conditions. Our client is looking for a Senior Buyer on a temporary contract basis for 4 months whilst they recruit permanently. The successful temporary Senior Buyer will be able to apply for the permanent position whilst you are in contract with them. Our client operates hybrid working, 3 in, 2 from home, and they work a 37-hour week with an early 1pm finish on a Friday. The Senior Buyer...

Senior Buyer High Wycombe 4-months to perm up to £50,000pa - £26 p/h PAYE - £33 p/h Umbrella: MARS Recruitment is recruiting for a Senior Buyer on behalf of a key manufacturing client in High Wycombe. This role would suit a Senior Buyer with experience of purchasing electro-mechanical based components in a specialist manufacturing industry. On a day-to-day basis you will ensure that all buying activities are executed in line with demand, you will liaise with stakeholders to ensure that suppliers are meeting delivery, quality and cost, whilst assessing any supplier risks due to market conditions. Our client is looking for a Senior Buyer on a temporary contract basis for 4 months whilst they recruit permanently. The successful temporary Senior Buyer will be able to apply for the permanent position whilst you are in contract with them. Our client operates hybrid working, 3 in, 2 from home, and they work a 37-hour week with an early 1pm finish on a Friday. The Senior Buyer...

Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to 50k/Annum As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules. What we would like from the Senior Buyer: CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation 5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications Proficient in ERP/MRP systems Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality...

Senior Buyer Required ASAP Newbury, Berkshire. Up to 50k/Annum As the Senior Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, components, and services required for electro-mechanical manufacturing. Additionally, the role involves guiding sourcing strategy, resolving shortages, managing supplier performance, and ensuring material availability to meet production schedules. What we would like from the Senior Buyer: CIPS Level 3 or working towards accreditation 5 years' experience in procurement within electro-mechanical or defence/aerospace manufacturing Strong understanding of electronic components, machined and fabricated parts, and technical specifications Proficient in ERP/MRP systems Ability to read engineering drawings and BOMs Strong commercial negotiation and supplier-relationship skills Excellent communication and stakeholder-management capabilities across engineering and production Familiarity with ISO 9001, AS9100 or similar quality...