Engineering Procurement Specialist in St. Neots, Cambridgeshire

Engineering Procurement Specialist

• Salary Guide: £40,000 - £48,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Location: St. Neots - Cambourne area (Bedfordshire/Cambridgeshire border)
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

A market-leading manufacturer of processing equipment and systems, is looking to recruit an Engineering Procurement Specialist due to continued growth.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You'll be responsible for sourcing, negotiating and purchasing technical materials, engineered components and services required for production and engineering projects, ensuring cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, compliance and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source and procure engineered components, raw materials, tooling and technical services from approved suppliers
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs to ensure accurate purchasing and supplier understanding
• Evaluate and negotiate supplier quotations, contracts, pricing and terms to achieve best value
• Manage supplier relationships, including performance monitoring, audits and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate with engineering, production and quality teams to ensure purchased items meet technical and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with Group Companies to obtain volume pricing on high-spend areas such as raw materials
• Maintain accurate procurement data, including lead times, pricing, supplier performance and inventory levels
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities through alternative sourcing, value engineering and supplier optimisation
• Resolve supply chain issues, including delays, quality concerns and specification discrepancies
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by sourcing prototype materials and managing supplier involvement
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards and health & safety regulations

Required Skills & Experience:

• Experience in technical or engineering procurement, ideally within manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronics or industrial sectors
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials and supply chain principles
• Proven negotiation and supplier management skills
• Competence with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software
• Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, production and quality teams
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing or related field
• CIPS qualification (or working towards it)
• Experience with strategic sourcing, global suppliers or project-based procurement
• Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements relevant to the industry

Key Competencies:

Technical understanding * Commercial awareness * Supplier relationship management * Negotiation * Decision-making * Cost analysis * Risk management * Stock control and long lead item considerations * Continuous improvement mindset

Benefits:

Annual bonus (performance related) * 22 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 26 with service) * Life assurance * Sick pay scheme * Pension scheme * Workwear * Staff meals/events