Procurement Specialist | Cambridge | Up to £38,000 Stepping into this Procurement Project Specialist role means joining a fast paced, structured environment where your ability to organise, prioritise and communicate clearly will make a daily impact. This position offers genuine ownership, variety and the chance to influence supplier performance across busy Engineering and Manufacturing operations. As a Procurement Specialist, you will benefit from:• Autonomy to manage a defined group of suppliers
• A structured, process driven environment that values accuracy
• Daily interaction with Operations, Programmes and Planning teams
• Support towards CIPS and ongoing professional development
• Opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement projects
• The ability to strengthen and influence supplier relationships
• Exposure across OEM and Aftermarket programmes As a Procurement Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
• Acting as the Procurement focal point for delivery and quality performance
• Identifying risks within the supply chain to maintain production flow
• Leading and coordinating the resolution of delivery related issues
• Managing supplier order books to ensure accurate MRP data
• Supporting supplier evaluations and contributing to audit activity
• Collaborating cross functionally to achieve customer delivery milestones As a Procurement Specialist, your experience will include:
• Knowledge of Procurement principles within Engineering or Manufacturing
• Experience working with MRP or ERP systems
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Confidence analysing data and solving problems in a structured way
• Experience within OEM, NPI or highly regulated environments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and wider MS Office tools If you’re ready to take the next step in your procurement career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with an up-to-date CV or call Amber Marshall at Rubicon for more information.