JDR Cable Systems is excited to offer a newly created opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to join our expanding Supply Chain team at our Hartlepool manufacturing facility.
Reporting to the Senior Procurement Specialist, this role has been introduced to support continued business growth and increasing project demand.
You will play a key role in ensuring materials, goods, and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in line with production schedules, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Compile and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) aligned with project and production timelines
Raise and manage Purchase Orders (POs) in line with company procedures and supplier agreements
Expedite open orders and proactively identify opportunities to improve delivery performance
Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure best value and compliance with requirements
Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms with key suppliers
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, including performance reviews
Represent Supply Chain in project meetings and provide updates to stakeholders
Support tender and bid activities by ensuring timely and accurate supplier input
Maintain accurate procurement data within internal systems
Resolve invoice queries to ensure smooth and timely supplier payments
Support team operations during peak periods and absences
Identify and onboard new suppliers to support business growth
Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement activities
Skills & Experience:
The successful candidate will have 3–5 years’ procurement experience within a fast-paced environment, supported by a strong commercial background and proven negotiation skills.
You will demonstrate excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, with the confidence to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond effectively to urgent business needs. A high level of attention to detail, strong problem-solving capability, and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office are essential, alongside a good understanding of legal and contractual terms and a commitment to working safely and ethically. Flexibility to travel nationally and internationally is required.
Ideally, you will hold or be working towards a CIPS qualification and have experience using MRP/ERP systems, although these are not essential.
