Procurement Officer (Engineering)

Procurement Officer

The Job

As aProcurement Officer, you ll play a vital role in sourcing, negotiating, and managing supply chains for innovative clean-tech systems, while also supporting the implementation of a new ERP system. This is a multifaceted role combining hands-on procurement, systems thinking, and collaboration across engineering, commercial, and project teams.

You ll contribute to key stages of technology development and scale-up, ensuring that the procurement process meets technical, budgetary, and regulatory requirements.

This is an ideal role for someone with 5+ years\’ experience in industry (ideally in chemical processing, oil & gas, or similar) who is looking for a high-autonomy position that could evolve into a specialist or team leadership role as the company grows.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop procurement specifications and manage sourcing processes.
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships.
• Lead supplier performance and contract management activities.
• Ensure technical compliance with ISO 9001, customer specifications, and international regulations.
• Contribute to commercial proposals and project planning.
• Visit vendor sites and attend technical meetings.
• Track procurement KPIs and report on cost and lead-time performance.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Support ERP implementation and act as a system champion within the business.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support engineering, sales, and operational teams.

The Person

• Degree-qualified or equivalent industry experience in a relevant field.
• Proven procurement experience, ideally in chemical or industrial settings.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with hazardous area classifications and their impact on purchasing decisions is a plus.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, start-up environment.
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented with a hands-on mindset.

The Package:

• Competitive salary and generous stock options.
• Early team member equity in a fast-growing clean-tech company.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid/remote working culture.
• 26 days annual leave (25 days + birthday), plus bank holidays.
• Personal development budget and learning opportunities.
• The opportunity to shape cutting-edge renewable energy solutions.

To apply please send a full CV. We will be in contact with all applicants within 24 hours.

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