Job Opportunity: Procurement Specialist Location: West Sussex Salary: £45,000 per annum Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday (Full-Time) Are you ready to elevate your procurement career in a dynamic and innovative environment? Join our client as a Procurement Specialist and play a pivotal role in their mission to deliver exceptional engineering solutions About Us: Baxter Technical, we deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients worldwide. Our team of dedicated professionals collaborates to ensure quality and efficiency in every recruitment project. The Role: As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be integral to their supply chain operations, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services essential for the engineering projects. Your efforts will be crucial in maintaining high standards of quality and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: Source, negotiate, and purchase materials for engineering projects. Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Manage contracts, pricing agreements, and timelines. Identify and onboard new suppliers to support operational needs. Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and warehouse teams. Stay informed on market trends to optimize procurement strategies. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to align purchasing with technical requirements. Ensure compliance with quality standards, company policies, and industry regulations. Coordinate logistics for raw material transportation. About You: Proven experience in procurement, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment. Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge of supply chain and procurement processes. Familiarity with engineering components (preferred, not essential). Proficiency in procurement software and tools. A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting. What Is On Offer: A competitive salary of £45,000 per annum. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A dynamic and supportive work environment. The chance to work on innovative projects in the engineering industry