Engineering Procurement Specialist
- Salary Guide: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Location: St. Neots - Cambourne area (Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire border)
- Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
A market-leading manufacturer of processing equipment and systems, is looking to recruit an Engineering Procurement Specialist due to continued growth.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You'll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating and purchasing technical materials, engineered components and services required for production and engineering projects, ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, compliance and timely delivery.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services from approved suppliers
- Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs to ensure accurate purchasing and supplier understanding
- Evaluate and negotiate supplier quotations, contracts, pricing and terms to achieve best value
- Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, audits and continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure purchased items meet technical and regulatory requirements
- Coordinate with Group Companies to obtain volume pricing on high-spend areas such as raw materials
- Maintain accurate procurement data, including lead times, pricing, supplier performance and inventory levels
- Identify cost-reduction opportunities through alternative sourcing, value engineering and supplier optimisation
- Resolve supply chain issues, including delays, quality concerns and specification discrepancies
- Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing prototype materials and managing supplier involvement
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards and health & safety regulations
Required Skills & Experience:
- Experience in technical or engineering procurement, ideally within manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics or industrial sectors
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and supply chain principles
- Proven negotiation and supplier management skills
- Competence with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software
- Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production and quality teams
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field
- CIPS qualification (or working towards it)
- Experience with strategic sourcing, global suppliers or project-based procurement
- Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements relevant to the industry
Key Competencies:
Technical understanding * Commercial awareness * Supplier relationship management * Negotiation * Decision-making * Cost analysis * Risk management * Stock control and long lead item considerations * Continuous improvement mindset
Benefits:
Annual bonus (performance related) * 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 26 with service) * Life assurance * Sick pay scheme * Pension scheme * Workwear * Staff meals/events
