Project Procurement Specialist
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We are looking for a Project Procurement Specialist to support R&D and new product development projects by managing the sourcing and procurement of technical components and materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate and develop suitable suppliers for components, materials and technical products
- Support procurement activities for R&D, engineering and new product development projects.
- Source and qualify suppliers based on quality, cost, technical capability, capacity and delivery performance
- Work closely with R&D and engineering teams to understand technical requirements, specifications and project needs.
- Review technical specifications, drawings and BOMs to support sourcing and supplier selection.
- Coordinate with suppliers on new component development, samples, prototypes and engineering changes.
- Support supplier qualification, product validation and approval processes together with engineering and quality teams.
- Monitor procurement activities and supplier progress to ensure project timelines and milestones are met.
- Manage supplier performance and resolve issues relating to quality, delivery, cost and technical requirements.
- Support cost analysis, benchmarking and market research to identify sourcing opportunities.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of sourcing strategies, procurement processes and supplier networks.
Requirements
- 3–5+ years of experience in project procurement, technical procurement, strategic sourcing or a related engineering/procurement role.
- Strong understanding of procurement and sourcing processes within an R&D or new product development environment.
- Experience in supplier sourcing, evaluation, negotiation and development.
- Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.