Strategic Procurement Engineer — Cost, DFM & Global Sourcing

Mane Energy; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Energy is seeking a Procurement Engineer in Oxfordshire for a 12-month contract. The role blends engineering expertise with commercial acumen to develop sourcing strategies, optimise costs and support new components and supplier introductions.

You will collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams, and work with international suppliers to ensure technical suitability, competitive pricing and adherence to standards. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and/or electro-mechanical components.
• Experience with manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, forming, casting, composites or mechanical assemblies.
• Several years’ experience in engineering, procurement engineering, strategic procurement or similar technical/commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing long-term sourcing strategies.
• Performing cost analysis, target costing, benchmarking and should-cost analysis.
• Identifying and delivering cost and value optimisation opportunities.
• Supporting product design with cost estimates and manufacturing recommendations.
• Providing technical and commercial input into supplier negotiations.
• Working with suppliers on Design for Manufacture (DFM) and Design to Cost initiatives.
• Evaluating and developing new suppliers.
• Analysing manufacturing processes and product cost drivers.
• Supporting procurement transformation and digitalisation initiatives.
• Building strong relationships with international suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Travelling internationally as required, potentially up to 20% of the role.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Mane Energy is seeking a Procurement Engineer in Oxfordshire for a 12-month contract. The role blends engineering expertise with commercial acumen to develop sourcing strategies, optimise costs and support new components and supplier introductions.

You will collaborate with Procurement, R&D, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain teams, and work with international suppliers to ensure technical suitability, competitive pricing and adherence to standards. Travel up to 20% may be required.