Autonomous Engineering Procurement Lead

Elix Sourcing Solutions; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Sur place; GBP 40 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Life Assurance

Sick Pay

Pension Scheme

Workwear provided

Staff events/meals

Résumé du poste

Elix Sourcing Solutions is seeking an experienced Engineering Buyer to own end-to-end procurement for engineered components, raw materials, and services. You will read drawings, manage BOMs, and negotiate with suppliers to secure best value while maintaining lead times.

The role reports into the Board Director and offers autonomy within a growing manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support production with cross-functional collaboration, group-wide synergies, and NPI

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical or engineering procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to interpret 2D/3D engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs.
• Proven negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Proficient with ERP/MRP and modern procurement software.
• Self-motivated to run a 1-person procurement function autonomously.
• Excellent cross-functional communication with engineering, production and senior management.

Responsabilités

• Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling, and technical services to support production and projects.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and BOMs to ensure accurate purchasing.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, negotiate pricing, contracts and terms for value and efficiency.
• Build and manage key supplier relationships, monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Collaborate with engineering, production and quality teams to meet technical and quality standards.
• Coordinate with wider group companies to leverage spend for volume pricing.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through sourcing optimization and value engineering.
• Resolve supply chain bottlenecks and manage stock levels and lead times.
• Support NPI projects by sourcing prototype materials and early supplier involvement.

Connaissances

Technical procurement experience

Negotiation skills

ERP/MRP proficiency

Autonomous 1-person function

Engineering drawings interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Degree / HNC / HND or CIPS desirable

Outils

ERP/MRP systems

Description du poste

Elix Sourcing Solutions is seeking an experienced Engineering Buyer to own end-to-end procurement for engineered components, raw materials, and services. You will read drawings, manage BOMs, and negotiate with suppliers to secure best value while maintaining lead times.

The role reports into the Board Director and offers autonomy within a growing manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will support production with cross-functional collaboration, group-wide synergies, and NPI