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Supply Chain Manager
Job in
Colchester, Essex County, CO1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-30
Listing for:
SVC Technical
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-30
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Supply Chain & Logistics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
North Essex - commutable from Colchester, Ipswich, Witham
Salary: £40,000–£50,000
Own transport required due to location
We are seeking a commercially minded Procurement & Projects Costings Manager to take ownership of project estimating, cost control and procurement within a specialist manufacturing business.
This is a hands-on role combining strategic purchasing with project costings. You will play a key part in ensuring projects are accurately priced, commercially viable and delivered within budget, working closely with Sales, Finance, Projects and international suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare detailed project estimates, material take-offs and cost build-ups from technical drawings, specifications and client briefs.
* Obtain and negotiate supplier pricing to support accurate customer quotations and protect project margins.
* Manage project costs from initial estimate through to delivery, monitoring budgets, expenditure and forecast costs.
* Identify cost variances, risks and opportunities for improved profitability.
* Manage day-to-day procurement, including supplier selection, purchasing, order management and delivery expediting.
* Evaluate UK and international sourcing, freight, import duties and overall landed costs.
* Build strong supplier relationships and identify opportunities for cost savings and supply chain improvements.
About You
* Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing and project-based environment.
* CIPS Level 4 or equivalent
* Confident interpreting technical drawings, specifications and bills of materials.
* Strong understanding of cost build-ups, quantity take-offs and project margin control.
* Experienced in supplier negotiation, purchasing and international procurement.
* Excellent Excel skills with strong analytical and commercial awareness.
* Highly organised, accurate and confident communicating across different departments
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