Procurement Officer

SR2; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bedford seeks a Procurement Officer to drive bid programs, manage supplier contracts, and ensure compliance with governance. The position offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000 per annum, along with excellent benefits including private health insurance and generous leave. This is a great opportunity for those passionate about making a tangible impact in aerodynamic research.

Benefits

Competitive pension

Employee assistance program

Private health insurance

26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Curious and inquiring mind.

Responsibilities

• Drive bid programs by working with project managers.
• Develop and implement supplier selection strategies.
• Manage supplier contracts and ensure delivery.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to influence

Organizational skills

Cost management experience

Collaborative spirit

Job description

Overview

Are you a Procurement Officer with a passion for driving change and a talent for managing complex contracts? A unique SME in Bedford, a leading name in aerodynamic research, working with major international aerospace and defense clients like Bombardier, Boeing, and Airbus. Working at the forefront of engineering, using our impressive on-site transonic wind tunnel to create highly accurate models of military and civilian aircraft.

What You'll Do

• Drive our bid programs by working with project managers to create and execute competitive tenders.
• Develop and implement supplier selection strategies, ensuring transparency and fairness at every step.
• Proactively manage supplier contracts, ensuring delivery and handling any necessary changes.
• Ensure full compliance with our governance requirements, bringing integrity and diligence to every task.
• Influence senior stakeholders and contribute to formal reviews, showcasing your ability to lead.

What We're Looking For

• Excellent communication skills, a knack for influencing others, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A self-motivated individual with a drive to "do the right thing" and strong organizational skills.
• Experience with cost management and purchase order management, a collaborative spirit, and a curious, enquiring mind.

Why Join Us?

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract with a competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000 per annum. You\'ll be part of a company that values its people and offers a great work-life balance.

• Competitive Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 per annum.
• Excellent Benefits: A competitive pension, a share incentive plan, an employee assistance program, private health insurance, and 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.

This is your chance to join a highly skilled engineering company and make a tangible impact. If you\'re ready for a challenge and want to be part of a team that\'s pushing the boundaries of aerodynamic research, apply now