Engineering Procurement Specialist

HR GO Recruitment; St. Neots; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus (performance related)

Life assurance

Sick pay scheme

Pension scheme

Workwear

Staff meals/events

22 days holiday + bank holidays (incre

Job summary

HR GO Recruitment is seeking an Engineering Procurement Specialist for a market-leading manufacturer in the St. Neots area.

You will source, negotiate and procure engineered components, raw materials and services for production and engineering projects, ensuring cost-effective procurement, quality and timely delivery. You'll interpret drawings and BOMs, manage supplier relationships, and support NPI initiatives while complying with health & safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical/engineering procurement within manufacturing or similar sectors.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling and services from approved suppliers.

Skills

Engineering procurement

Negotiation

Supplier management

ERP/MRP systems

Cross-functional

Cost analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Engineering/SC/Manufacturing

CIPS qualification

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Procurement software

Job description

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