Procurement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Morgan Ryder Associates Full time £50,000

This prominent supplier of specialized products for the defense sector is engaged in the design and production of cutting-edge solutions that fulfill the stringent requirements of their established clientele.

The team comprises highly proficient professionals committed to excellence in engineering and project management. The Engineering Manager is seeking to enhance his team with a Procurement Specialist who will assist in project-oriented purchasing.


Key Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist include:

  • Identifying and evaluating potential new suppliers.
  • Collaborating with current suppliers to explore development opportunities.
  • Maintaining effective communication channels with suppliers.
  • Overseeing project timelines to ensure suppliers adhere to delivery schedules.
  • Negotiating lead times with subcontractors.
  • Facilitating the expediting of parts and subcontract processes.
  • Managing inventory levels.
  • Negotiating advantageous terms and conditions.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

  • Possesses purchasing experience within a manufacturing context, preferably in engineering.
  • Demonstrates the ability to cultivate strong supplier relationships within a UK supply network.
  • Exhibits excellent communication and IT capabilities.
  • Ideally familiar with MRP systems or similar tools.

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary up to £50,000.
  • Pension scheme.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus 8 public holidays.
  • Early finish on Fridays.
  • Standard working hours are Monday to Thursday, with a half-day on Friday.
  • A collaborative work atmosphere.

We provide excellent opportunities for professional development.

Note: Candidates must be UK nationals to meet security vetting requirements upon employment.

At Morgan Ryder, we offer a comprehensive range of employment opportunities, from short-term and fixed-term temporary roles to permanent positions.

We recruit for organizations across various sectors, including:

Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Fast-Moving Consumer Goods, Packaging, Engineering, Automotive, Aerospace, Warehousing, Logistics, Waste Management, Petrochemicals, Pharmaceuticals, and Power & Renewable Energy.

Please be aware that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded for compliance with regulatory procedures, business transaction records, and training purposes.



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