Cost Engineer- Manufacturing background
- Recruiter
- Huxley Banking & Financial Services
- Location
- Chippenham
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 23 May 2018
- Closes
- 30 May 2018
- Sectors
- Engineering
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Huxley engineering are recruiting for one of their key clients in the Chippenham area. The company specialise in the design and manufacture of specialist electro-mechanical products within a highly regulated industry. Our client is looking for a Cost Engineer to support both their purchasing & manufacturing functions.
Below are the key responsibilities and requirements in order to qualify for interview.
Professional Experience and/or Qualifications:
- Worked in a manufacturing environment
- Experience of cost modelling of sub-assemblies or components
- Engaged with suppliers
- Lead continuous improvement projects
- Been involved in successful cost negotiations
Key Responsibilities:
- Create cost transparency for purchased parts
- Cost analysis - developing a system/database
- Optimize costs by choosing the best technology & suppliers
- Support the purchasing team in negotiation with technical expertise
- Lead continuous improvement projects
- Visit suppliers & suggest improvements to their processes
* This role will involve overseas travel*.
If you have the relevant skills, experience, and wish to apply, please send a copy of your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Huxley Engineering, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy