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Job Title


Procurement Specialist


Company : Searchability NS&D


Location : Ampthill, Eastern


Created : 2025-06-19


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Engineering Procurement SpecialistThe following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.KEY BULLET POINTSInitial 6-month contract3646 per hour (Inside IR35)Based in Bedfordshire, 3 days a week onsiteMust be UK-born sole national and happy to go through SC clearance ABOUT THE CLIENT Our client is a world-class defence engineering organisation delivering complex programmes for the UK military. Their Ampthill site supports a growing number of engineering-led programmes across armoured vehicle systems and defence electronics. To support demand, theyre looking for an experienced Engineering Procurement Specialistwith knowledge of mechanical and electronic component procurement in defence environments.THE BENEFITS3646 per hour (Inside IR35)6-month contract (scope for extension)37.5 hours per week 3 days onsite in BedfordshireSecure and structured programme environmentBPSS to start, SC clearance required thereafterTHE ENGINEERING PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST ROLE As an Engineering Procurement Specialist, youll be responsible for the procurement of technically complex components from mechanical assemblies to printed circuit boards (PCBs). Youll work closely with engineering and programme teams to ensure timely supply chain coordination and accurate sourcing in line with the defence sector standards.ENGINEERING PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST ESSENTIAL SKILLSProven Buying/Procurement experience in an engineering/manufacturing environmentExperience sourcing mechanical assemblies and/or PCBsFamiliarity with supply chain compliance in defence or regulated sectorsHighly organised with excellent stakeholder communicationUK-born and sole UK national only (due to clearance eligibility)Able to start on BPSS and gain SC clearanceTO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly at kelly.harvey@searchability.com. For more info, call me on 0203 854 0120 / 07889 589 648. By applying, you give consent for us to process and submit your application to our client for this vacancy only.KEY SKILLS Buyer, Procurement, Mechanical Assemblies, PCBs, Engineering Buying, Defence Supply Chain, SC Clearance, BPSS, NSD