We are working with a leading car transporter manufacturer, in recruiting for the role of Engineering Procurement Manager.
The Engineering Procurement Manager will support a team of three by maintaining relationships with suppliers and will implement and sustain cost effective solutions. The role will suit a highly motivated person who has a broad skill set and has excellent and effective communication skills, alongside manufacturing/engineering experience.
The Role:
* Purchase of consumables and tooling.
* Maintain database integrity on prices, lead times.
* Expediting orders with suppliers.
* Departmental administration.
* Communicate with internal and external stakeholders providing updates.
* Using manufacturing/engineering experience to manage and improve non-conformances.
* Consulting with Design team and QA team to assist in value engineering.
Candidate
To succeed in this challenging role, the ideal candidate should have the following skill set:
* A strong negotiator with excellent telephone manner.
* Highly organised both in written and verbal communications.
* Solution orientated incorporating creative and innovative ideas.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and able to meet strict deadlines.
* Good numeric and literacy skills.
* Attention to detail.
* Ability to problem solve and use own initiative.
Technical
* Microsoft office - Publisher/word/excel/PowerPoint.
* Access Supply Chain (training can be given)
* Understanding or ability to read CAD drawings.
* Have a background in engineering or manufacturing procurement