Product Procurement Engineer Contract with OEM at Peterlee for a Product Procurement Engineer role Manufacturing client in Peterlee needs an engineering biased procurement officer for a contract role. You will be focused on working with suppliers to reduce costs. You will have project management experience and can lead projects associated with lean processes, global market understanding, tools, and systems. An automotive procurement background revolving around 5 years of job-related experience Communication skills, able to create reports and presentations and present to stakeholders Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to determine the root cause of a problem and create solutions Skills and experience Professional certification in Purchasing and/or Inventory Management, e.g., CIPS Knowledge of Quality, Lean manufacturing, an understanding of lean principles Experience with QAD and SAP based ERP systems preferred Managing Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Cost management related activities from concept to PPAP to deliver parts at the right quality, total cost, and meet timelines. They accomplish this through collaboration with various functional areas like packaging, transportation, business resources, supply chain, etc. Implementing product supply strategies aligned with the category management supply strategies that will create a competitive advantage for our customers by developing, optimising, and integrating a world-class supply network. Managing the quality feedback loops to ensure lessons learned on quality defects are applied across the supply base. Driving Value Analysis and Value Engineering (VAVE) through cost modelling, design for manufacturability, and leveraging suppliers’ capabilities. This an onsite role - applications welcome