Supply Chain Coordinator
Our client, a world leader in their field, are seeking a Supply Chain coordinator to join their busy team just outside of Thame. You will be supporting the business in maintaining adequate levels of materials to support sales and manufacturing demand at the best price obtainable, in accordance with MRP demand and in accordance with all documented procedures and best practice. Main Tasks and Responsibilities: In line with agreed procedures review MRP demand information and place corresponding Purchase Orders.Ensure any required changes to demand or delivery dates are communicated to the relevant internal and external stakeholders and Sage X3 updated appropriately.Work with internal stakeholders to help identify any opportunities for improvement within the business processes you are involved with, and support any changes that devolve from the improvement opportunitiesBenchmark/assist with the benchmarking of commodities within your portfolio to obtain best value for the businessContinually review the marketplace for vendors that could support benchmarking opportunities Who are we looking for: Essential skills and experience: Previous experience in a Supply Chain, logistics or related functionDemonstrable strong level of IT literacy, particularly Outlook, Excel and PowerpointMinimum of GCSE in Mathematics and EnglishCan demonstrate understanding of the commercial "Buying" and "Selling" processStrong grasp of written and spoken EnglishAbility to influence internal and external stakeholdersConfident to discuss issues and clearly express their viewsHas a strong work and teamwork ethic, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and able to support their colleagues Desirable skills and experience: Have utilised ERP systems and have managed MRP outputsHave completed or commenced CIPS qualification or a similar professional qualification in a related fieldExperience in presenting Information and concepts to internal and external stakeholdersExperienced in negotiations and negotiation techniquesPower BI and SQL skillsBasic Project management skillsAble to contribute with idea’s or prior experience of how supply chain can inform or influence contributions to the direction of the team or projects in which they are engagedA confident negotiator who can act without or with minimal management support In return our client offers an enhanced benefits package and hybrid working with a minimum of 2 days per week at home.
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