Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and security sector, is seeking a Procurement Engineer for a contract position based in Samlesbury. The role will support commercial and supply activities across complex engineering programmes, with a focus on procurement, contract negotiation and effective stakeholder management. This position requires attendance on site three days per week and full Security Check (SC) clearance from the outset.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting the negotiation of commercial and supply proposals
- Managing the closure of negotiations and ensuring agreed actions are completed
- Setting strategic objectives for procurement and supply activities
- Providing order book management support and monitoring delivery commitments
- Reviewing and managing customer contract flow-down requirements
- Analysing costings, commercial proposals and contractual terms and conditions
- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders to support successful procurement outcomes
- Maintaining accurate commercial and procurement records throughout the contract lifecycle
Job Requirements:
- Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain or commercial engineering environments
- Understanding of contract negotiation and commercial or supply proposals
- Knowledge of cost analysis, contractual terms and conditions, and customer requirements
- Experience supporting order book management and contract flow-down activities
- Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills
- Excellent communication, negotiation and analytical abilities
- Ability to manage priorities and work effectively within a complex engineering environment
- Full SC clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain full SC clearance from the start of the assignment
Working Arrangements:
- Contract position within the defence and security sector
- Based in Samlesbury
- Three days per week working on site
If you have procurement or commercial experience and are seeking a contract opportunity within the defence and security industry, apply now to be considered for this Procurement Engineer position.
