Procurement Project Manager

Prime Appointments; Maldon; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in their industry is seeking a Procurement Project Manager in Maldon to support new product development and drive procurement excellence. The role includes managing sourcing activities, supporting cost estimations, negotiating with suppliers, and maintaining ERP data. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Engineering, experience in international sourcing, strong technical understanding, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary up to £40,000 depending on experience and benefits including 25 days holiday, company pension scheme, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee welfare services and social events

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Experience in international sourcing, supply chain, forward sourcing, product development or project purchasing.
• Strong technical understanding (ideally mechanical processing).
• Fluent English and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage forward sourcing activities.
• Support cost estimation and optimisation.
• Lead supplier inquiries and negotiations.
• Maintain ERP master data and prepare project documentation.
• Assist in production ramp-up and end-of-life processes.

Skills

International sourcing

Supply chain management

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Procurement Project Manager

Maldon

Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience

Our client, a leading innovator in their industry, is seeking a Procurement Project Manager to support new product development and drive procurement excellence from concept to end-of-life. This will be a dynamic role in a global environment with strong cross-functional exposure, supplier interaction, and the opportunity to influence new product development and innovation.

Role Overview

• Manage forward sourcing activities
• Support cost estimation and optimisation
• Lead supplier inquiries and negotiations and ensure early supplier involvement in development projects.
• Maintain ERP master data, supporting make-or-buy analyses and preparing project documentation
• Assist in production ramp-up and end-of-life processes.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
• Experience in international sourcing, supply chain, forward sourcing, product development or project purchasing
• Strong technical understanding (ideally mechanical processing)
• Excellent communication, analytical skills, and a structured working style
• Proficiency in MS Office & SAP
• Fluent English and willingness to travel

What's on Offer

• Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Employee welfare services and social events.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business.

If you have experience as a Procurement Project Manager, Supply Chain Engineer or similar and would like to know more about the role then please contact Appointments or apply via the link.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.