Forward Sourcing Buyer / Engineer

Eppendorf CryoTech; Maldon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading laboratory equipment manufacturer in Maldon is seeking a Forward Sourcing Buyer / Engineer. The ideal candidate will have expertise in strategic procurement, a technical background, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities include managing materials for development projects and coordinating with suppliers. The role offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including 25 days holiday and employer pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays)

5% employer pension contribution

Free employee welfare services

On-site parking

Regular social events

Cycle to Work scheme

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Expert in strategic Procurement.
• Background in technical projects and materials purchasing.
• Experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all materials in development projects.
• Conduct procurement activities until series start.
• Coordinate RFQ processes and negotiate with suppliers.
• Document and report on project progress.
• Manage ramp up with R&D and ensure timelines.

Skills

Analytic skills

Strong communications skills

Project management knowledge

Technical understanding

Collaboration and networking

Education

Degree in economic engineering

Job description

Job Title:

Forward Sourcing Buyer / Engineer

Location:

Maldon

Salary:

Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

About us:

Eppendorf Cryotech is part of the Eppendorf Company which has facilities across the world and headquarters in Hamburg. Eppendorf Cryotech produces Ultra Low Temperature freezers for use as part of sample management in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Responsible for all materials in the development project /product
• Electronic, Sheetmetal, cooling parts and all procurement activities until series start & in changes
• Cost targeting, cost analysis, cost optimization
• Strategic / analytic working experience
• Inclusive of coordination and implementation of RFQ, negotiation and Supplier Awarding
• Procurement time planning, coordination, optimization
• Project documentation & reporting (e.g. Presentation in project reviews)
• Moderate the ramp up management with R&D and operation (LOP, tracking tasks)
• Administration tasks like data maintenance

About you:

Background:

• Expert / know how in strategic Procurement
• Technical background (technical understanding) - e.g. Degree in economic engineering
• Know how in project management

Skills:

• Take responsibility for the purchasing of materials during innovation projects or changes (CR)
• To get all parts prepared for series and parts are in target costs, on time, in quality!
• Analytic skills & structured working (prioritization of tasks, drive results in cross functional teams)
• Strong communications skills (interfaces internal & external)
• Collaborate: networking / teamworking (e.g. Global Procurement team with global Category Manager)

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays)
• 5% employer pension contributionFree employee welfare services
• On-site parking
• Regular social events
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Long service awards

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Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Buyer, Purchaser, Buying Advisor, Buying Assistant, Purchasing Advisor, Procurement Officer, Procurement Advisor, Purchasing Consultant, Buying Consultant, Procurement Consultant, Assistant Procurement Officer, Assistant Buyer, Assistant Purchaser , Economic Engineer, Technical Engineering, Mechanical Engineer, Project Engineer may also be considered for this role.