Technical Procurement Specialist

Reed Norwich Procurement and Supply Chain are seeking a Technical Procurement Specialist with experience in a project-based mechanical engineering environment to join our client based in Watton. The ideal candidate will have a detailed knowledge of technical procurement and be familiar with both electrical and mechanical engineering processes. This role requires a balance between quality, delivery, and cost considerations, and involves leading supplier selection and development initiatives.

Day to Day of the role:

• Execute technical procurement activities in a project-based manufacturing environment.
• Lead supplier selection and development initiatives, evaluating potential suppliers based on quality, delivery capabilities, and cost.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical and electrical processes to engage with suppliers and assess technical requirements.
• Create new supplier accounts and maintain the supplier database in line with the company’s Supplier Approval Procedure.
• Compile and analyse price & delivery requests to suppliers.
• Monitor actual costs against budgets and communicate discrepancies to Project Managers.
• Place and expedite Purchase Orders to ensure materials are available in line with output targets.
• Manage key suppliers’ priority schedules to ensure timely receipt of goods.
• Communicate supply status updates to Project Managers and Production Planning/Management.
• Liaise with Stores/QC Departments and resolve any invoice queries.
• Review reorder levels and quantities of stocked components based on current demand.
• Assist with the company’s annual stocktake and identify new vendors and supply methods.
• Contribute to cost reduction, product development, or process improvement projects.
• Build and enhance relationships with vendors on the company AVL.
• Implement new Supply Chain processes and tender, evaluate, and award supply agreements.
• Benchmark vendor prices to ensure the company is receiving the best value.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a manufacturing-based purchasing role.
• Broad understanding of mechanical and electrical processes.
• Competence in interpreting engineering CAD drawings.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing requirements.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint).

Optional:

• CIPS certification (Or working towards).
• Engineering related qualification.

To apply for the Technical Procurement Specialist position please click APPLY or for further information please contact Allie or Eleanor @ Reed Norwich