Senior Global Mechanical Sourcing Lead

DarcyBrook LTD; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply chain is partnering with an engineering organisation to recruit a Senior Procurement Manager with a strong mechanical engineering background. The role demands extensive sourcing experience for mechanically engineered components from Asian markets and a track record across Asia and Europe.

You will lead supplier expansion, oversee technical procurement, drive cost reduction, and ensure alignment with manufacturing plans to sustain growth.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience bridging mechanical engineering and strategic purchasing.
• Experience sourcing mechanically engineered components from Asian markets.
• Knowledge of machined component manufacturing and cost modelling.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate top-tier machined-part suppliers with a focus on Asia.
• Oversee procurement of highly complex machined parts to meet specs and quality benchmarks.
• Drive commercial strategy, negotiate costs and maximise sustainable savings.
• Align vendor output with internal production schedules and builds.

Skills

Senior leadership

Strategic purchasing

Mechanical engineering

Sourcing Asia

Vendor relationship management

Job description

DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply chain is partnering with an engineering organisation to recruit a Senior Procurement Manager with a strong mechanical engineering background. The role demands extensive sourcing experience for mechanically engineered components from Asian markets and a track record across Asia and Europe.

You will lead supplier expansion, oversee technical procurement, drive cost reduction, and ensure alignment with manufacturing plans to sustain growth.