Engineering Procurement Specialist
KEY BULLET POINTS
* Initial 6-month contract
* £36–£46 per hour (Inside IR35)
* Based in Bedfordshire, 3 days a week onsite
* Must be UK-born sole national and happy to go through SC clearance
ABOUT THE CLIENT
Our client is a world-class defence engineering organisation delivering complex programmes for the UK military. Their Ampthill site supports a growing number of engineering-led programmes across armoured vehicle systems and defence electronics. To support demand, they’re looking for an experienced Engineering Procurement Specialist with knowledge of mechanical and electronic component procurement in defence environments.
THE BENEFITS
* £36–£46 per hour (Inside IR35)
* 6-month contract (scope for extension)
* 37.5 hours per week –
* 3 days onsite in Bedfordshire
* Secure and structured programme environment
* BPSS to start, SC clearance required thereafter
THE ENGINEERING PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST ROLE
As an Engineering Procurement Specialist, you’ll be responsible for the procurement of technically complex components – from mechanical assemblies to printed circuit boards (PCBs). You’ll work closely with engineering and programme teams to ensure timely supply chain coordination and accurate sourcing in line with the defence sector standards.
ENGINEERING PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST ESSENTIAL SKILLS
* Proven Buying/Procurement experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment
* Experience sourcing mechanical assemblies and/or PCBs
* Familiarity with supply chain compliance in defence or regulated sectors
* Highly organised with excellent stakeholder communication
* UK-born and sole UK national only (due to clearance eligibility)
* Able to start on BPSS and gain SC clearance
TO BE CONSIDERED:
Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For more info, call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648.
By applying, you give consent for us to process and submit your application to our client for this vacancy only.
KEY SKILLS
Buyer, Procurement, Mechanical Assemblies, PCBs, Engineering Buying, Defence Supply Chain, SC Clearance, BPSS, NSD