At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage supplier relationships and procurement activities for timely component supply.
- Company: Leading developer of high-performance embedded computing solutions.
- Benefits: OUTSIDE IR35 contract, competitive pay, and opportunity to work through your own PSC.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make an impact in defence, aerospace, and telecommunications.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or supply chain with strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex to join our customer on an initial contract basis.
This role offers an OUTSIDE IR35 determination, meaning we can accept candidates who wish to operate through their own PSC.
Our customer is a leading developer of high-performance embedded computing solutions, supplying innovative technology across sectors including defence, aerospace, and telecommunications.
Due to increased demand, they are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support their supply chain and procurement function.
As a Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex, you will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, purchase orders, and procurement activities to ensure the timely supply of critical components.
You will work closely with Planning, Engineering, and Sales teams to drive supplier performance, reduce costs and lead times, and support strategic sourcing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities - Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex
Manage supplier relationships, purchase orders, and RFQs to ensure on-time delivery of components.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, rebates, and supplier agreements to achieve cost savings.
Monitor supplier performance against KPIs, including quality, delivery, and cost.
Collaborate with Planning, Engineering, and Sales teams to align procurement with business demand.
Support strategic sourcing, component obsolescence planning, and supply chain risk mitigation.
Maintain procurement records, supplier documentation, and compliance requirements.
Demonstrate proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Have strong negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
For more information or to apply for this Contract Procurement Specialist - Essex position, please contact Kieran Pratt at or call 01582 878832, quoting reference KDP1064
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