Purchasing Engineer Job Description
My client, a leading medical device manufacturer based in North Dublin, seeks an experienced Purchasing Engineer to join their procurement team.
This is an excellent career opportunity for an Engineer looking for a new challenge, with experience in purchasing and industrial manufacturing or automotive manufacturing industries.
The company offers a competitive salary, benefits package, and career progression opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting New Product Introductions and engineering design change activities to optimize part design, manufacturing technology, and supplier selection decisions.
* Promoting the use of supplier innovation and Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DfMA) through Early Supplier Involvement (ESI).
* Overseeing Request for Quote (RfQ) exercises to identify lowest Total Cost of Ownership (ToCO) sources and achieve target costs for materials and products.
* Implementing supplier changes to reduce risk, costs, improve performance, and optimize part/supplier sourcing on a global basis.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Science discipline (QQI level 8). Consideration may be given to individuals with a Business, Procurement, or Supply Chain degree with extensive relevant technical experience.
* Minimum 3 years professional experience within a Procurement/Technical capacity, preferably in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment. Manufacturing engineering experience is an advantage.
* Understanding of best practices in ESI, DfMA, DtC, VE, and Engineering Change management.
* Established commercial mindset with the ability to assess, negotiate, and conclude business decisions and agreements with suppliers.
* Team player capable of building strong and influential relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
* Good working knowledge of Procurement tools, processes, methods, and reports.
* Planning and analytical skills, ability to collate and analyze data for decision making.
* Problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
* Capable of negotiating with and influencing suppliers to deliver business results.
* Excellent oral communication, business writing skills, and presentation skills.