Procurement Estimating Specialist
2 weeks ago
Unlocking Opportunities in Aerospace Procurement
GKN Aerospace is a pioneer in redefining air travel, pushing boundaries, and driving innovation. We're inspired by the possibilities to create and break new ground. Our commitment to sustainability and protecting the planet is unwavering. With a global presence across 12 countries and 33 manufacturing sites, we serve over 90% of the world's aircraft and engine manufacturers, achieving £3.35 bn in sales in 2023.
Job Summary
As a Procurement Estimating Specialist, you will be responsible for researching, providing, and analyzing data to inform Category Sourcing Strategies and tactical procurement arrangements. This includes spend data, market data, supplier and supply chain data, product data, service data, and trends.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain an estimating database to predict future spend profiles and opportunities.
- Understand piece part manufacturing process flow.
- Research, track, and predict the cost of items such as materials, transport, labour, and equipment by geographic location.
- Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers to maintain market intel.
- Support buyers in assessing quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame.
- Assess risk levels associated with a project.
- Assist with bids for new contracts and support the activities of buyers.
Requirements
Essential
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering and/or Aerospace sector.
- Educated to degree level in Engineering, Mathematics, Economics, or Physics.
- Proficiency in understanding global economics.
- Analytical and forecasting skills.
- Ability to read Aerospace engineering drawings and develop cost estimates.
- Ability to analyze, model, and interpret data.
- High level of mathematical ability.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet set goals, budgets, and deadlines.
- Attention to detail.
- Proficient with MS Excel, databases, and MS Office Suite products.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Methodical and logical approach.
- Ability to plan work and meet deadlines.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Interpersonal skills.
- Team working skills.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable
- SAP experience.
- Knowledge of Category Management.
- Project Management.
- Stakeholder Management.
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel within the region.
- Infrequent global travel.
We're committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
We're the place where human dreams and endeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Portfolio Procurement Full timeIT Procurement Manager Job Description **Job Summary:** Portfolio Procurement is seeking an experienced IT Procurement Manager to lead the procurement process for IT related spend. The successful candidate will implement procurement procedures in line with the Procurement strategy and Policy, and develop appropriate IT procurement strategies that support...
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Portfolio Procurement Full timeIT Procurement Manager Job Description **Job Summary:** Portfolio Procurement is seeking an experienced IT Procurement Manager to lead the procurement process for IT related spend. The successful candidate will implement procurement procedures in line with the Procurement strategy and Policy, and develop appropriate IT procurement strategies that support...
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Portfolio Procurement Full timeIT Procurement Manager Job Description **Job Summary:** Portfolio Procurement is seeking an experienced IT Procurement Manager to lead the procurement process for IT related spend. The successful candidate will implement procurement procedures in line with the Procurement strategy and Policy, and develop relationships with existing and potential IT...
-
IT Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Portfolio Procurement Full timeIT Procurement Manager Job Description **Job Summary:** Portfolio Procurement is seeking an experienced IT Procurement Manager to lead the procurement process for IT related spend. The successful candidate will implement procurement procedures in line with the Procurement strategy and Policy, and develop relationships with existing and potential IT...
-
Procurement Estimating Specialist
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full timeJob SummaryGKN Aerospace is seeking a skilled Procurement Estimating Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for researching, providing, and analyzing data to inform Category Sourcing Strategies and tactical procurement arrangements.Key ResponsibilitiesCreation and maintenance of an estimating database to...
-
Procurement Estimating Specialist
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom GKN Aerospace Full timeJob SummaryGKN Aerospace is seeking a skilled Procurement Estimating Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for researching, providing, and analyzing data to inform Category Sourcing Strategies and tactical procurement arrangements.Key ResponsibilitiesCreation and maintenance of an estimating database to...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Eden Blake Procurement & Supply Chain Search Full timeProcurement Opportunity with Eden BlakeAre you a procurement professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for delivering procurement solutions that drive business growth? We have an exciting opportunity for a procurement specialist to join our team at Eden Blake Procurement & Supply Chain Search.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Eden Blake Procurement & Supply Chain Search Full timeProcurement Opportunity with Eden BlakeAre you a procurement professional looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for delivering procurement solutions that drive business growth? We have an exciting opportunity for a procurement specialist to join our team at Eden Blake Procurement & Supply Chain Search.About the RoleWe are seeking a highly...
-
Procurement Specialist
2 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Midland Metro Alliance. As a key member of our Procurement Team, you will be responsible for ordering construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across the organisation using the SUMMIT system.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide support to the Colas Rail and Midland...
-
Procurement Specialist
3 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Full timeJob Summary:We are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). As a key member of our procurement team, you will play a critical role in supporting the Divisional Procurement strategy to ensure the business needs are met with value for money, quality delivery, and risk...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Midland Metro Alliance. As a key member of our Procurement Team, you will be responsible for ordering construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across our organisation and the Midland Metro Alliance.Key ResponsibilitiesOrdering of construction materials,...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Midland Metro Alliance. As a key member of our Procurement Team, you will be responsible for ordering construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across our organisation and the Midland Metro Alliance.Key ResponsibilitiesOrdering of construction materials,...
-
Procurement Specialist
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Midland Metro Alliance. As a key member of our Procurement Team, you will be responsible for providing professional materials, plant, and service supply to our delivery teams.Key ResponsibilitiesOrdering of construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across...
-
Procurement Specialist
1 month ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Midland Metro Alliance. As a key member of our Procurement Team, you will be responsible for providing professional materials, plant, and service supply to our delivery teams.Key ResponsibilitiesOrdering of construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across...
-
Estimating Support Specialist
2 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Atlas Full timeAbout The RoleAtlas Workplace Services is seeking a meticulous and organized Estimating Support Specialist to join our dynamic estimating team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining documents, fostering positive relationships within and outside the company, and ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of tender...
-
Estimator
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full timeAbout the RoleHays Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking a highly skilled Estimator to join their team in Birmingham. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for developing cost estimates for projects, evaluating and selecting subcontractors and suppliers, and preparing cost reports.Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloping cost estimates for projects, including...
-
Estimator
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full timeAbout the RoleHays Specialist Recruitment Limited is seeking a highly skilled Estimator to join their team in Birmingham. As an Estimator, you will be responsible for developing cost estimates for projects, evaluating and selecting subcontractors and suppliers, and preparing cost reports.Key ResponsibilitiesDeveloping cost estimates for projects, including...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full timeAbout the RoleYour new company is a leading professional services organisation with a global presence and a commitment to employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion.This role offers a unique opportunity to join the procurement team as a Contract Manager, responsible for managing public sector framework agreements and supplier contracts.Key...
-
Procurement Specialist
4 weeks ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited Full timeAbout the RoleYour new company is a leading professional services organisation with a global presence and a commitment to employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion.This role offers a unique opportunity to join the procurement team as a Contract Manager, responsible for managing public sector framework agreements and supplier contracts.Key...
-
Procurement Specialist
1 day ago
Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Midland Metro Alliance Full timeProcurement Role OverviewThe successful Procurement Specialist will be responsible for ordering construction materials, plant, and subcontract services across Colas Rail and the Midland Metro Alliance using the SUMMIT system. This role requires effective communication with internal and external parties, negotiation skills, and attention to detail regarding...