Engineering Purchasing Specialist

Allen Associates; Wallingford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Employee benefits

Free onsite parking

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Allen Associates is seeking an Engineering Purchasing Specialist based in Wallingford. This fully office-based role will involve managing the procurement of mechanical components and composites while ensuring quality and delivery standards.

The ideal candidate will have a background in procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment and must possess strong negotiation and communication skills.

Flexible working hours and employee benefits are offered to support work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical components and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP, to manage procurement workflows.

Responsibilities

• Managing the procurement of mechanical components, composites, or marine parts.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications for accurate sourcing.
• Negotiating prices, lead times, and contractual terms.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving supply chain issues.

Skills

Procurement experience

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Supply chain awareness

Technical drawing interpretation

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Job description

Engineering Purchasing SpecialistResponsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Managing the procurement of mechanical components, composites, or marine parts to support production needs and business goals.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate sourcing and quality standards.
• Negotiating prices, lead times, and contractual terms to achieve optimal value.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering and production to align procurement strategies.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving supply chain issues promptly.
• Using ERP systems, preferably SAP, to manage purchase orders, tracking, and inventory data.

Engineering Purchasing SpecialistRewards

• Flexible working hours.
• Access to employee benefits.
• Free onsite parking.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.

Engineering Purchasing SpecialistExperience Essentials

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical components and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP, to manage procurement workflows.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of supply chain performance metrics and supplier management.

The Company

Our client values continuous improvement and technological advancement to maintain their global reputation.

Location

Based in Wallingford, this fully office-based role offers a convenient location with on-site parking. The role includes some flexibility around working hours to support work-life balance.