Procurement Specialist

Ecm Selection; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing technology firm in the Cambridge area is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee supplier relationships and negotiate terms for components related to national security. This full-time role requires a degree or equivalent experience, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with procurement software. Ideal candidates will have a proactive mindset and be eligible for UK security clearance. Knowledge in the defense sector and ERP systems is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement within electronics or mechanical engineering sectors.
• Strong track record in negotiating competitive pricing.
• Ability to review technical specifications and liaise with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate terms.
• Source, purchase, and track components effectively.
• Implement workflow improvements and manage budgets.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Experience in procurement

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Procurement software systems

ERP and MRP systems

Job description

This role is with a growing company with involvement in technology development for national security. It will see you managing supplier relationships, negotiating terms, seeking approvals, and of course ultimately sourcing, purchasing and tracking components. Group liaison and asset management also form part of the role, along with workflow improvements, budgeting, and compliance.

You will have a degree qualification (or equivalent experience), along with:

• Experience in procurement, in supply chains, or as a buyer; either in electronics, mechanical engineering, manufacturing or a comparable sector.
• A track record of negotiating well, to ensure competitive pricing and a positive outcome towards negotiated terms and conditions.
• The ability to review technical specifications, liaise with engineers, and ensure procurement needs are clarified.
• Familiarity with procurement software systems, purchase order and invoicing workflow, and inventory management.
• Exceptional communication and organisational skills, with accuracy, precision and attention to detail.
• Confident multitasking skills, and a proactive and problem-solving mindset, able to work quickly and circumnavigate challenges.

Any further experience in the defence sector (or aerospace, robotics, or other hardware-focused contexts) is beneficial, as is knowledge of customs documentation and export controls, restricted materials, electronic/mechanical components, ERP and MRP systems and related software, logistics. A CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) qualification is also an asset.

Due to the nature of their work, applicants must be eligible for UK security clearance. This role is full time at their Cambridge area offices.

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