Procurement Engineer

Job Title: Procurement Engineer (12-Month FTC)

Location: Oxford, UK (Hybrid after initial period)
Hours: 37 hours/week (Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm)
Pay Rate: -30- -40 per hour

Join Us in Shaping the Future of Healthcare

We are looking for a Procurement Engineer to support our client''s UK-based procurement team at a time of exciting growth. Our client''s products help improve global access to medical imaging, and they''re looking for someone with strong technical and commercial skills to help build a reliable, competitive, and innovative supply chain.

This role bridges engineering, procurement, and suppliers-making it ideal for someone who enjoys applying their engineering knowledge to strategic sourcing and cost optimisation.

What You''ll Be Doing

• Support procurement with technical insights throughout the product lifecycle.

• Lead cost and value engineering projects, including should-cost analysis and benchmarking.

• Collaborate with design teams to guide cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.

• Assist in supplier negotiations with detailed cost breakdowns and technical insight.

• Help drive global sourcing strategies, including supplier evaluations and onboarding.

• Work closely with teams in the UK, Germany, and China.

• Contribute to procurement transformation and digitalisation initiatives.

What We''re Looking For

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or similar).

• Experience in procurement or engineering roles with supplier interaction.

• Good knowledge of manufacturing techniques (e.g. machining, casting, composites, cryogenic assemblies, etc.).

• Experience in product cost optimisation, should-costing, and cost breakdowns.

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Ability to influence both internal teams and suppliers.

• Analytical and structured problem-solver.

• Independent, self-motivated, and collaborative.

• Willingness to travel internationally (up to 20%).

Why Join?

• Be part of projects that have real-world impact in healthcare.

• Work in a flexible, hybrid setup after an initial onboarding period.

• Join a globally recognised medical technology organisation.

• On-site perks include a gym, subsidised canteen, free parking, and a rural Oxford location with easy transport links.

• A supportive, open culture that encourages innovation and new ideas.

About the Client

Our client is a global leader in medical technology. Their superconducting magnets are a core component of MRI systems used worldwide. They are committed to innovation, collaboration, and making healthcare more accessible.

Apply Now

If you''re an experienced engineer with a passion for sourcing innovation and driving supply chain excellence, we''d love to hear from you

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