Engineering Purchasing Specialist

Engineering Purchasing Specialist Responsibilities

This position will involve, but will not be limited to:

• Managing the procurement of mechanical components, composites, or marine parts to support production needs and business goals.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers to improve quality, delivery, and cost efficiency.
• Interpreting technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate sourcing and quality standards.
• Negotiating prices, lead times, and contractual terms to achieve optimal value.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering and production to align procurement strategies.
• Monitoring supplier performance and resolving supply chain issues promptly.
• Using ERP systems, preferably SAP, to manage purchase orders, tracking, and inventory data.

• Flexible working hours.
• Access to employee benefits.
• Free onsite parking.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.

• Proven experience in procurement within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical components and the ability to interpret technical drawings.
• Experience using ERP systems, ideally SAP, to manage procurement workflows.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Awareness of supply chain performance metrics and supplier management.

Our client values continuous improvement and technological advancement to maintain their global reputation.

Based in Wallingford, this fully office-based role offers a convenient location with on-site parking. The role includes some flexibility around working hours to support work-life balance.