Product Procurement Engineer

Caterpillar Inc.

Desford, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Base: £57,700 - £72,000 depending on experience; b...
Onsite
New product introduction npi experience
Value analysis value engineering va ve
Supplier relationship management
This role plays a pivotal part in managing part sourcing, development, and quality feedback loops across New Product Introduction, Continuous Product Improvement, and New Source Introduction

Job Summary

  • This role plays a pivotal part in managing part sourcing, development, and quality feedback loops across New Product Introduction, Continuous Product Improvement, and New Source Introduction.
  • Candidates will drive Value Analysis and Value Engineering through cost modeling, design-for-manufacturability, and effective use of supplier capability to ensure strategic direction is met.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, a 12% bonus, private medical insurance, and a contributory pension scheme where the company doubles employee contributions up to 10%.

Matching Summary

This role plays a pivotal part in managing part sourcing, development, and quality feedback loops across New Product Introduction, Continuous Product Improvement, and New Source Introduction.

Salary

Base: £57,700 - £72,000 depending on experience; Bonus: 12% potential; Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, private medical, pension match up to 10%, share scheme match 50%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • New Product Introduction NPI experience
  • Value Analysis Value Engineering VA VE
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Design for Manufacture DFM knowledge
  • Category strategy development

Nice-to-have

  • Global team collaboration skills
  • Risk assessment capabilities
  • Strong communication with stakeholders
  • Continuous improvement mindset

Key Requirements

  • Extensive experience in product procurement or engineering
  • Proven track record in category management
  • Experience with APQP gateways and quality standards

Work Rights

Not specified

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