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Product & Yield Engineer (Data-focused)

Fractile· Manufacturing Operations
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Hybrid (London)Full-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

Senior Supply Chain Procurement Engineer in the UK focusing on technically informed sourcing and supplier engagement for electronics and electronic components, integrating engineering, manufacturing, and procurement to optimise cost, availability, quality, and scalability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing and procurement activities for electronic components (ICs, passives, PCBs, connectors, electromechanical parts) and EMS/CM services
  • Provide technical input into sourcing decisions, supplier selection, and component qualification
  • Own RFQs, cost breakdowns, and technical-commercial evaluations
  • Drive should-cost modelling and cost-down initiatives
  • Act as the technical procurement interface to component manufacturers, distributors, and EMS/CM partners
  • Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, lead times, MOQs, capacity commitments, and technical constraints
  • Support supplier audits, capability assessments, and qualification activities
  • Work closely with suppliers to resolve technical, quality, or supply issues
  • Support NPI sourcing from concept through production, including BOM cost roll-ups and sourcing readiness
  • Partner with design engineering to influence component selection for availability, lifecycle, and risk
  • Manage PCNs, EOLs, and last-time-buy strategies in collaboration with engineering and operations
  • Support ECO implementation and component transitions
  • Identify and mitigate risks related to single-source components, long lead times, and constrained supply
  • Develop alternate sourcing and dual-source strategies
  • Support buffer strategies and supply continuity planning
  • Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, and programme teams
  • Provide clear reporting on cost, supplier performance, supply risks, and mitigation plans
  • Mentor junior procurement or supply chain engineers as required

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field
  • At least 8 years of experience in electronics procurement, supply chain engineering, or manufacturing sourcing
  • Strong understanding of electronic components, EMS/CM operations, and global electronics supply chains
  • Proven experience managing technically complex sourcing and supplier negotiations

Skills

Required:Technical judgement in sourcingNegotiation & supplier managementCost modelling & BOM analysisInfluence without authorityERP/MRP & advanced Excel
Last updated Aug 27, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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