Sourcing Engineer

Atlas Copco; Burgess Hill; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

On-site at Burgess Hill or Clevedon

Job summary

Edwards, a brand within Atlas Copco Group, is seeking a skilled Sourcing Specialist to support and coordinate supplier transfers and related procurement activities in the UK. You will work cross-functionally to ensure quality, delivery, cost, and compliance.

The role offers hybrid working between remote and on-site at Burgess Hill or Clevedon, with a focus on SAP master data management, RFQ support, supplier evaluations, and continuous improvement across the sourcing function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier development within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working within cross-functional international teams.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Fluent English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute sourcing program Dromos.
• Lead & coordinate sourcing activities associated with supplier transfers.
• Support supplier selection, onboarding, RFQ activities, supplier evaluations, and commercial assessments.
• Track sourcing project milestones, risks, actions, and deliverables.
• Managed supplier relationships and performance to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, cost, regulatory, and sustainability requirements including contract management.
• Collaborated with Quality, Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams to resolve supplier issues and drive corrective actions.
• Create, maintain, and update SAP master data including such as, Source list, Purchasing information records, Vendor master data, Material master records.
• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with Atlas Copco Business Code of Conduct, ethical sourcing standards, and applicable corporate policies.
• Built strong stakeholder relationships and communicated sourcing progress, risks, and mitigation plans to support successful project delivery.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and efficiency gains.
• Contribute to the development of sourcing tools, reports, and best practices.

Skills

3+ years sourcing experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Understanding of manufacturing & eng.?

ERP systems knowledge (SAP)

Analytical, negotiation & problem‑solv

Fluent English (written & spoken)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or related

Tools

SAP

Job description

• Support and execute sourcing program Dromos.


• Lead & coordinate sourcing activities associated with supplier transfers.


• Support supplier selection, onboarding, RFQ activities, supplier evaluations, and commercial assessments.


• Track sourcing project milestones, risks, actions, and deliverables.


• Managed supplier relationships and performance to ensure compliance with quality, delivery, cost, regulatory, and sustainability requirements including contract management.


• Collaborated with Quality, Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams to resolve supplier issues and drive corrective actions.


• Create, maintain, and update SAP master data including such as, Source list, Purchasing information records, Vendor master data, Material master records.


• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with Atlas Copco Business Code of Conduct, ethical sourcing standards, and applicable corporate policies.


• Built strong stakeholder relationships and communicated sourcing progress, risks, and mitigation plans to support successful project delivery.


• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and efficiency gains.


• Contribute to the development of sourcing tools, reports, and best practices.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related experience.


• Minimum 3 years experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or supplier development within a manufacturing environment.


• Experience working within cross-functional international teams.


• Good understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering drawings.


• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably SAP.


• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.


• Fluent English, both written and verbal.

Your compensation and benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is about having opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long-term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our Burgess Hill or Clevedon office.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long-term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Sunny Park, [e-mail]

Behind every innovative solution, there are people working together to transform the future. With careers sparked by initiative and lifelong learning, we are uniting curious minds, and you could be one of them.

Edwards is a leader in the vacuum and abatement markets. The brand's products are essential for industries such as semiconductor, power generation, chemical and food processing. Edwards believes in working with customers to set new standards and creating environments where innovation thrives. This trailblazer prides itself on making a difference in areas that are intrinsic to people’s everyday lives – from the medical care they receive to the coffee they drink. Wherever there is vacuum, Edwards can also be found, leading the way. Edwards is a brand within Atlas Copco Group.