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Procurement Specialist Jobs in Woking

Procurement Specialist

​A Procurement Specialist in the engineering sector is responsible for overseeing purchasing activities and sourcing materials required for engineering projects. The role utilises supply chain management skills and an understanding of the engineering market to negotiate contracts, manage vendors and ensure cost-efficiency.

To excel in this field, you must possess sound understanding of procurement principles, excellent negotiation abilities, and a strong analytical mindset. Academic qualifications such as a degree (or equivalent) in engineering, business, or supply chain management are typically preferred when seeking work as a Procurement Specialist.

Prior experience in procurement, preferably within the engineering industry, is required. Employers search for Procurement Specialist candidates demonstrating solid supplier relationships, practical knowledge of purchasing strategies, and a record of achieving significant cost savings.

​Woking

Woking is one of the major towns in the borough of Surrey Heath and is part of the London commuter belt, located on the M25 motorway. Woking has an eclectic mix of restaurants, bars and shops offering residents and visitors plenty to do.

The engineering sector has a long and established history in Woking, with a range of industries at all levels of development including some major infrastructure projects going on across the south of England.

With the railway station being central to Woking, there are regular trains running in and out of London and the surrounding area with most journeys taking less than 30 minutes. Nearby towns and villages include Guildford, Epsom and Leatherhead, Chertsey and Ashtead.

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