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ITP (International Talent Partnership); Sheffield; On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Global Headhunter - Engineering Specialist in Sheffield. This role involves managing global suppliers, leading RFQ processes, and driving cost improvements in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong supply chain background, excellent negotiation skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to supplier performance and quality improvements while working within a supportive team. If you're ready to make an impact in a rewarding career, apply now!

Qualifications

• Previous supply chain experience is essential.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills are required.
• Experience in engineering or regulated manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage global raw material suppliers and control order books.
• Lead RFQ processes to ensure competitive bids.
• Negotiate pricing and manage long-term supplier agreements.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Planning and Organization

Attention to Detail

English Proficiency

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

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ITP (International Talent Partnership) provided pay range

This range is provided by ITP (International Talent Partnership). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30,000.00/yr - $33,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from ITP (International Talent Partnership)

Global Headhunter - Engineering Specialist (Manufacturing)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of global raw material suppliers, including order book control, capacity planning, and supplier performance.
• Lead RFQ (Request for Quotation) processes to ensure competitive bids and supply security.
• Support supplier consolidation and improvement initiatives to reduce costs and improve delivery (OTIF) and quality (RFT).
• Handle purchasing tasks via MRP: creating POs, rescheduling, cancellations, and spot buys.
• Develop and maintain KPIs for projects and processes.
• Support and back up the Subcontract Buyer (Subcon), including raising and expediting orders.
• Negotiate pricing and manage long-term agreements with suppliers.
• Lead export/import processes and act as the company’s go-to expert on this.
• Drive continuous cost improvements and stock reduction strategies.

Requirements:

• Previous supply chain experience
• Strong written and spoken English
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong planning, organisation, and attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Professional and commercially minded
• Experience in engineering or highly regulated manufacturing industries

Personal Attributes:

• Self-motivated, reliable, and proactive
• Process-oriented with a problem-solving mindset
• Flexible and enthusiastic

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Production, and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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