Job Description
Copello have partnered with an established defence engineering business based in Havant in the recruitment of a Project Purchaser.
Please note that candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance.
Main Responsibilities
* Identify appropriate suppliers/partners for the supply of materials and equipment for customer related projects.
* Manage and/or develop supply performance in order to meet set targets for quality, delivery time, cost, and lead time.
* Review and verify technical specifications and requirements as basis for request for quotations in accordance with the project requirements.
* Negotiate, create, and maintain supply contracts with suppliers. Communicate results to the internal project stakeholders. Handle supplier relations to maintain, improve and develop performance in supplier and related
* processes.
* Maintain supply data to relevant systems in defined area of responsibility.
* Participate in or execute supplier audits and follow-up the audit action plan.
* Secure supplier capacity to meet future demands.
* Gather and analyse spend and supplier performance data as well as execute benchmarking to continuously improve supplier performance.
* Participate in project reviews, input to project plans, timelines, and costs. Supply and maintain supplier metrics and supply KPIs for the projects(s).
Required Skills and Experience
* Previous Buying and Sourcing within manufacturing
* Supplier Relationships and Communication
* Project Management
* Communication, Collaboration, and Stakeholder Management
* Critical Path Management
* Production and Order Management
* Process Management
* Minimum of 5-7 plus years’ experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in project procurement.
Technical Skills:
* Strong knowledge of procurement principles, practices, and procedures.
* Proficiency in using procurement software and MRP planning systems.
* Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
* Ability to analyse and interpret technical specifications and project requirements.
For more information please get in touch with Ella on 07805620452 or send your CV to