Procurement Engineer

Matchtech; Wytham; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Global organisation

International travel up to 20%

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking a Procurement Engineer for a 12-month contract in Oxfordshire. The role focuses on shaping sourcing strategies and cost optimisation across a global supply chain, collaborating with engineering, procurement, and suppliers to ensure quality, cost‑effective components.

The successful candidate will have a background in mechanical or industrial engineering, experience in procurement or supply chain, and strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar.
• Experience in procurement, engineering, or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, fabrication, assemblies).
• Proven experience in cost analysis and cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost analysis and cost optimisation activities across the product life‑cycle.
• Deliver value engineering initiatives (should‑cost modelling, bench‑marking, etc.).
• Support design teams with cost estimates and manufacturing insights.
• Collaborate with global suppliers to meet design‑to‑cost and manufacturability targets.
• Support procurement teams during supplier negotiations.
• Drive continuous improvement and support digital procurement initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with international stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Industrial engineering

Procurement

Supply chain

Cost analysis

Cost optimisation

Analytical

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Independent working

Job description

Procurement Engineer - 12-Month Contract

Oxfordshire (Hybrid) | Global Organisation

I'm currently partnering with a global leader in healthcare technology to recruit a Procurement Engineer for a 12-month contract based in Oxfordshire.

Pay rate: up to £300 per day

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly innovative business whose products are used worldwide to improve access to life‑saving medical imaging.

The Role

As a Procurement Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping sourcing strategies and optimising product costs across a complex, global supply chain. You'll work closely with engineering, procurement, and suppliers to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective components are delivered consistently.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost analysis and cost optimisation activities across the product life‑cycle
• Deliver value engineering initiatives (should-cost modelling, bench‑marking, etc.)
• Support design teams with cost estimates and manufacturing insights
• Collaborate with global suppliers to meet design‑to‑cost and manufacturability targets
• Support procurement teams during supplier negotiations
• Drive continuous improvement and support digital procurement initiatives
• Build strong relationships with international stakeholders

What's on Offer

• Flexible and hybrid working environment
• Opportunity to work within a globally recognised organisation
• Exposure to international teams and suppliers (up to 20% travel)
• Work on cutting‑edge engineering projects with real‑world healthcare impact

About You

Experience

• Background in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar
• Experience within procurement, engineering, or supply chain
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g. machining, fabrication, assemblies)
• Proven experience in cost analysis and cost optimisation

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
• Confident working in cross‑functional and international teams
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to combine engineering expertise with strategic procurement in a role that directly supports global healthcare innovation.