Senior Buyer (UK & Europe)
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Occupation Type
Buyers and procurement officers
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship EligibilityIneligible for Sponsorship
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Description
Humanoid is the first AI and robotics company in the UK, creating the world’s most advanced, reliable, commercially scalable, and safe humanoid robots. Our first humanoid robot HMND 01 is a next-gen labour automation unit, providing highly efficient services across various use cases, starting with industrial applications.
Our Mission
At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an operational procurement role focused on P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing support across Humanoid’s direct material commodity. The role supports the Procurement Manager, you will partner with teams in London, Boston, and Vancouver in delivering continuity of supply, cost performance, and operational excellence across Mechanical, Electronics, Electromechanical, Cables & Harnessing, and Software commodities
What You’ll Do
Our Mission
At Humanoid we strive to create the world’s leading, commercially scalable, safe, and advanced humanoid robots that seamlessly integrate into daily life and amplify human capacity.
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for an operational procurement role focused on P2P execution, supplier communication, and tactical sourcing support across Humanoid’s direct material commodity. The role supports the Procurement Manager, you will partner with teams in London, Boston, and Vancouver in delivering continuity of supply, cost performance, and operational excellence across Mechanical, Electronics, Electromechanical, Cables & Harnessing, and Software commodities
What You’ll Do
- Conduct market research to identify cost‑saving opportunities and understand price trends and supply risks.
Experience & Qualifications:
- 5+ years of direct procurement experience, ideally in manufacturing, robotics, technology, aero /defence or automotive
- Proven experience working within scaling direct procurement functions.
- Degree in Business, Law, Engineering, or related field.
- CIPS (MCIPS) Level 5 or equivalent; APICS CPIM desirable.
- Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and negotiation frameworks.
- Awareness of export controls (including EAR) relevant to robotics and technology.
- Proficient in Google Workspace, Slack, and database management.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems; SAP highly desirable.
- Good analytical, numerical, and planning capabilities.
- A good understanding of the Legal Aspects associated with contracting within the Robotics & AI industry
- Procure-2-Pay and tactical procurement experience (Essential) across the following direct commodities pillars
- Mechanical Systems
- Electronics & Electrical
- Electromechanical Systems
- Cables & Harnessing
- Software & Digital Licensing (P2P support)
- Competitive salary plus participation in our Stock Option Plan
- Paid vacation with adjustments based on your location to comply with local labor laws
- Travel opportunities to our Vancouver and Boston offices
- Office perks: free breakfasts, lunches, snacks, and regular team events
- Freedom to influence the product and own key initiatives
- Collaboration with top‑tier engineers, researchers, and product experts in AI and robotics
- Startup culture prioritising speed, transparency, and minimal bureaucracy
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