Procurement Specialist

83zero Limited; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Holiday

BUPA Insurance

Pension

Job summary

83zero Limited in Chelmsford is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join the on-site team. You will support new product development by working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize costs, drive innovation and ensure timely product launches.

The role requires on-site work in Chelmsford and offers a salary of £40,000-£45,000 plus benefits. You will manage RFQs, supplier negotiations, cost estimation, and implement global category strategies within product development, while

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or technical purchasing.
• Experience in international sourcing or product development.
• Knowledge of strategic purchasing and forward sourcing.
• Experience in project management, ideally within an agile environment.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFQs, supplier negotiations and supplier awarding.
• Support cost estimation, cost control and cost optimization.
• Implement global category strategies within product development.
• Involve suppliers early to identify innovation opportunities.
• Coordinate procurement scheduling and product launches.
• Prepare supplier risk analyses and procurement documentation.
• Maintain ERP master data and obtain material compliance certificates.
• Report on sourcing activities and project KPIs.

Job description

Procurement Specialist

Chelmsford - Onsite

£40,000-£45,000

Global Procurement / Strategic Sourcing / Product Development

I'm currently working with a leading international technology and manufacturing business who are looking to bring a Procurement Specialist into their growing procurement team.

You'll play a key role in supporting new product development, working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimize costs, drive innovation and support successful product launches.

The role is based in Chelmsford and requires on-site working.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage RfQs, supplier negotiations and supplier awarding.
• Support cost estimation, cost control and cost optimization.
• Implement global category strategies within product development.
• Involve suppliers early to identify innovation opportunities.
• Coordinate procurement scheduling and product launches.
• Prepare supplier risk analyses and procurement documentation.
• Maintain ERP master data and obtain material compliance certificates.
• Report on sourcing activities and project KPIs.

Experience Required

• Experience in manufacturing or technical purchasing.
• Initial experience in international sourcing, supply chain management or product development.
• Knowledge of strategic purchasing and forward sourcing.
• Experience in project management, ideally within an agile environment.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and SAP.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of mechanical processing.
• Experience with supplier development and evaluation.
• Exposure to global procurement environments.

Salary: £40,000-£45,000

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday, BUPA Insurance, Pension