Costing & Procurement Engineer - Systems & Powder

Costing & Procurement Engineer
Location: Hailsham
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £40,000 + Private Health Insurance
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Costing & Procurement Engineer to join a specialist engineering company in Hailsham. This permanent role offers a competitive salary, private health insurance, and the chance to work within the advanced materials industry, supplying high-value equipment and metal powders to aerospace, defence, and general engineering sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Costing & Procurement Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the company’s costing, purchasing, stock control, and supplier management functions. Your duties will include:

• Managing the purchasing function, including RFQs, purchase orders, and stock control.
  
• Coordinating with manufacturing, production, and design teams to ensure smooth workflow.
  
• Identifying cost factors such as production time, materials, and labour.
  
• Developing accurate cost estimates, considering design, manufacturing, and support costs.
  
• Tracking actual costs against cost control structures and ensuring budget compliance.
  
• Negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to meet production and project deadlines.
  
• Expanding and managing the supplier base to support company growth.
  
• Interpreting technical engineering drawings and specifications.
  
• Supporting sales and finance teams with cost analysis and budget planning.
  
• Working closely with design engineers and production managers to align purchasing with project needs.
  Skills & Experience Required:
  To be successful as a Costing & Procurement Engineer, you should have:
  
• Strong experience in purchasing, procurement, and cost management within an engineering environment.
  
• The ability to read and interpret technical engineering drawings and specifications.
  
• Excellent negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships.
  
• A background in cost estimation, tracking actual costs, and managing budgets.
  
• A proactive approach to workflow coordination between manufacturing, production, and design teams.
  
• Knowledge of materials, production processes, and supply chain management.
  Qualifications & Requirements:
  
• Degree or HND in an engineering-related subject.
  
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel globally when required.
  Working Hours & Benefits:
  
• 37.5-hour working week.
  
• 22 days of holiday in Year 1, increasing to 25 days from Year 2 (plus bank holidays).
  
• Private health insurance.
  This is a fantastic opportunity for a Costing & Procurement Engineer to take on a key role in a growing business, ensuring cost-effective procurement and efficient supply chain management. If you have the skills and experience required, apply today