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