Procurement Estimating Engineer 19201
Procurement Estimating Engineer 19201
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Job Description
Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.
GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry were inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. Were proud to play a part in protecting the worlds democracies. And were committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90 of the worlds aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of 3.35 bn 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.
Job Summary
Responsible for the research provision and analysis of data used to inform Category Sourcing Strategies and tactical procurement arrangements including spend data market data supplier and supply chain data product data service data and trends.
Job Responsibilities
- Creation and maintenance of an estimating database to predict future spend profiles and opportunities
- Responsible for understanding piece part manufacturing process flow
- Researching tracking and predicting the cost of items such as materials transport labour and equipment by geographic location
- Establishing and maintaining relationships with suppliers to maintain level of market intel
- Supporting buyers in the assessment of quotes from suppliers and contractors within a specified time frame
- Assessing the risk levels associated with a project
- Assisting with bids for new contracts and supporting the activities of buyers
Requirements
Essential
- Experience of working in an Manufacturing Engineering and/or Aerospace sector
- Educated to degree level in one of the following disciplines: Engineering Mathematics Economics or Physics
- Proficiency or high degree of interest in understanding global economics
- Analytical and forecasting skills
- The ability to read Aerospace engineering drawings and develop cost estimates
- The ability to analyse model and interpret data
- A high level of mathematical ability
- The ability to work under pressure to meet set goals budgets and deadlines
- Attention to detail
- Proficient with MS Excel databases and MS Office Suite products
- Problemsolving skills
- A methodical and logical approach
- The ability to plan work and meet deadlines
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Interpersonal skills
- Team working skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- SAP experience
- Knowledge of Category Management
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
Travel Requirements
- Occasional travel within the region
- Infrequent global travel
Ready to Apply
Please apply online by sending us your CV and motivation letter. Due to data privacy reasons we do not handle any applications sent by email. For additional questions you can contact: Araya Kaur Sabra Talent Acquisition via email
Well offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry who knows how far you can go
A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working
Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles weve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. Its a culture that won us The Best Workplace Culture Award. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.
Were also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.
We arethe place where human dreams plus humanendeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.
Employment Type
Full Time
