DarcyBrook Procurement & Supply chain are working with an engineering organisation who are seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Manager with a strong background in mechanical engineering. A critical requirement for this position is extensive experience in sourcing mechanically engineered components from Asian markets.

Candidate Profile
Global Leadership: Proven senior-level experience bridging mechanical engineering and strategic purchasing, with a successful track record operating across Asian and European markets.
Manufacturing Expertise: Deep, practical understanding of machined component manufacturing. You know exactly how parts are manufactured, how to accurately model their costs, and how to proactively identify potential quality risks.
Approach: Highly practical, energetic, and driven

Key Responsibilities
Supply Chain Expansion: Identify, evaluate, and cultivate top-tier third-party machining partners?with a heavy focus on the Asian market?to build a resilient, scalable supply network for future growth.
Technical Sourcing: Leverage your manufacturing expertise to oversee the procurement of highly complex machined parts, ensuring all vendors fully grasp and consistently meet strict technical specifications and quality benchmarks.
Commercial Strategy & Cost Reduction: Drive vendor negotiations and continuously scrutinise total acquisition costs. You will pinpoint opportunities to maximise margins and achieve sustainable savings without sacrificing product performance.
Inventory & Production Alignment: Synchronise vendor output and part availability with internal manufacturing and build schedules, guaranteeing a steady, reliable flow of materials to our assembly and testing hubs.

Skills

hydrogen
subsea valves
instrumentation and control valves
oil and gas valves
global valve supplier
sustainable energy valves
custom valve solutions
subsea control valves
oil and gas supply
petrochemical valves