Costing & Procurement Engineer - Systems & Powder

Costing & Procurement Engineer
  
Location:         Hailsham
Job Type:        Permanent
Salary:             £40,000 + Private Health Insurance

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Costing & Procurement Engineer to join a specialist engineering company in Hailsham. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, private health insurance, and the chance to work within the advanced materials industry, supplying high-value equipment and metal powders to aerospace, defence, and general engineering sectors.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Costing & Procurement Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the company’s costing, purchasing, stock control, and supplier management functions. Your duties will include:

• Managing the purchasing function, including RFQs, purchase orders, and stock control.
• Coordinating with manufacturing, production, and design teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Identifying cost factors such as production time, materials, and labour.
• Developing accurate cost estimates, considering design, manufacturing, and support costs.
• Tracking actual costs against cost control structures and ensuring budget compliance.
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to meet production and project deadlines.
• Expanding and managing the supplier base to support company growth.
• Interpreting technical engineering drawings and specifications.
• Supporting sales and finance teams with cost analysis and budget planning.
• Working closely with design engineers and production managers to align purchasing with project needs.

  
Skills & Experience Required:
To be successful as a Costing & Procurement Engineer, you should have:

• Strong experience in purchasing, procurement, and cost management within an engineering environment.
• The ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications.
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.
• A background in cost estimation, tracking actual costs, and managing budgets.
• A proactive approach to workflow coordination between manufacturing, production, and design teams.
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, and supply chain management.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Degree or HND in an engineering-related subject.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel globally when required.

Working Hours & Benefits:

• 37.5-hour working week.
• 22 days of holiday in Year 1, increasing to 25 days from Year 2 (plus bank holidays).
• Private health insurance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Costing & Procurement Engineer to take on a key role in a growing business, ensuring cost-effective procurement and efficient supply chain management. If you have the skills and experience required, apply today!