Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing

Line Up Aviation; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A procurement consultancy is seeking a Procurement Specialist to work onsite in Yeovil on a contract basis. The role involves managing material procurement, creating Purchase Orders, and collaborating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Ideal candidates will have experience in engineering production, proficiency in ERP systems, and strong communication skills. Competitive pay rate from £17.00 to £21.30 per hour, dependent on experience and PAYE only.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role in an engineering production environment.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume setting.
• Experience working with stakeholders across multiple functions.

Responsibilities

• Managing material procurement in line with production needs.
• Creating, maintaining, and closing Purchase Orders.
• Ensuring timely delivery and resolving quality issues with suppliers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems

Advanced Excel skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Seeking a Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing to work onsite in Yeovil, on a contract basis. The Procurement Specialist will support the Purchasing Team, developing relationships with suppliers, ensuring engineering materials are available according to production plans, at the best price, and on time. Communication with suppliers is crucial, actively seeking opportunities to streamline and strengthen these relationships. You27ll also ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and company policies.

Please note - We are only able to consider UK or NATO country passport holders due to the nature of the work.

Role

Role: Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing (Contract)

Location: Yeovil, Somerset

Hours: Mon - Fri. 8am - 5pm. 100% office based with occasional travel to meet with suppliers.

Pay rate: 17.00 - 21.30 per hour DOE (PAYE only). Plus holiday pay in addition.

Main responsibilities

• Managing material procurement in line with production needs
• Creating, maintaining, and closing Purchase Orders to align with operational requirements
• Monthly supplier forecasting
• Resolving invoice discrepancies, customs issues, and managing on-hold inventory
• Identifying any potential quality issues and work with Suppliers and internal Manufacturing Engineering for any defective products
• Ensuring timely delivery and resolving quality issues collaboratively with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Monitoring and managing supplier performance, including escalation where necessary
• Driving process improvements and building strong supplier relationships
• Supporting continuous improvement across procurement activities

Ideal candidate profile

• Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement role, ideally in an engineering production environment
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, within a target-driven, customer focused environment
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a high-volume setting
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and numeracy skills
• Experience working with internal and external stakeholders across multiple functions
• Proactive, results-driven and collaborative
• Applicants must already hold the right to live and work in the UK at the time of application.

Application note - If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately.