Supply Chain Engineer

Prime Appointments; Maldon; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovator in their industry is seeking a Supply Chain Engineer in Maldon to support new product development and drive procurement excellence. The role requires a degree in Engineering and experience in international sourcing. Responsibilities include managing forward sourcing activities and leading supplier inquiries, while offering a salary up to £40,000 depending on experience.

Benefits

Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee welfare services

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in international sourcing, supply chain, forward sourcing, product development, or project purchasing.
• Strong technical understanding (ideally mechanical processing).
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage forward sourcing activities.
• Support cost estimation and optimisation.
• Lead supplier inquiries and negotiations.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical skills

Structured working style

Fluent English

Education

Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Supply Chain Engineer

Maldon

Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience

Our client, a leading innovator in their industry, is seeking a Supply Chain Engineer to support new product development and drive procurement excellence from concept to end-of-life. This will be a dynamic role in a global environment with strong cross‑functional exposure, supplier interaction, and the opportunity to influence new product development and innovation.

Role Overview

• Manage forward sourcing activities
• Support cost estimation and optimisation
• Lead supplier inquiries and negotiations and ensure early supplier involvement in development projects.
• Maintain ERP master data, supporting make‑or‑buy analyses and preparing project documentation
• Assist in production ramp‑up and end‑of‑life processes.

Key Requirements

• Degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business, or related field
• Experience in international sourcing, supply chain, forward sourcing, product development or project purchasing
• Strong technical understanding (ideally mechanical processing)
• Excellent communication, analytical skills, and a structured working style
• Proficiency in MS Office & SAP
• Fluent English and willingness to travel

What's on Offer

• Salary up to 40,000 depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on‑site parking.
• Employee welfare services and social events.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business.

If you have experience as a Supply Chain Engineer or similar and would like to know more about the role then please contact Appointments or apply via the link.

Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered for this position.