Engineering Sourcing Specialist for NPI & Suppliers

HR GO Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Life assurance

Sick pay scheme

Pension scheme

Workwear

Staff meals/events

Job summary

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

You will source and procure engineered components, tooling and services, interpreting drawings and BOMs to secure best-value supply for production and engineering projects. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, coordinate with engineering/quality teams, and support NPI with prototype materials, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical or engineering procurement, ideally in manufacturing/aerospace/automotive/electronics/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.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services from approved suppliers.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs for accurate purchasing.
• Evaluate supplier quotations, contracts, pricing and terms to achieve best value.
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring and audits.
• Coordinate with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure items meet requirements.
• Collaborate with Group Companies to obtain volume pricing on high-spend areas.
• Maintain procurement data: lead times, pricing, supplier performance and inventory levels.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through alternative sourcing and supplier optimisation.
• Resolve supply chain issues including delays, quality concerns and discrepancies.
• Support new product introduction by sourcing prototype materials and managing supplier involvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, standards and health & safety regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

ERP/MRP proficiency

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering/Supply Chain/Manufacturing

CIPS qualification (or working towards it)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Procurement software

Job description

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

You will source and procure engineered components, tooling and services, interpreting drawings and BOMs to secure best-value supply for production and engineering projects. You will manage supplier relationships, negotiate terms, coordinate with engineering/quality teams, and support NPI with prototype materials, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards.