Procurement and Inventory Manager
This Procurement and Inventory Manager role is pivotal for driving processes, within a manufacturing and distribution environment. The ideal candidate will have a knack for system efficiency, cost reduction, and strengthening vendor relationships.
Client Details
My client is a leading global player in the industrial manufacturing sector, servicing the ever-growing logistics industry. With a UK and global presence, they are renowned for their high-quality products and innovative manufacturing processes.
Description
- Managing and controlling all the company's external suppliers, handling negotiations, and driving for cost reductions, terms and working capital improvements
- Responsibility for site wide inventory and stock turns targets, working in close collaboration with Production, Engineering, and Controls
- Close collaboration with product development and taking lead in all purchase and supply chain activities to drive best in class solutions
- Ensure all MRP generated requisitions are actioned in a timely manner to ensure selected suppliers can deliver on time to meet the production program.
- Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers who are aligned to the business's needs, and identify new suppliers, agree improved terms, and negotiate supply agreements / contracts
- Continually improve purchasing methods through supplier visits, value analysis, and drive down external spend
- Understanding and keeping up with new trends and regulations
- Analyse inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns and reduce waste
Profile
- Degree or equivalent - CIPS advantageous
- Minimum 5 years previous experience in a Procurement role, gained within manufacturing
- Leadership experience (ideally across both procurement and stores/inventory)
- Proven ability in ER/MRP (Sage X3 advantageous)
- Proven track record of controlling and reducing external spend and stockholding whilst developing a robust supplier base
- Proven track record of driving change, cost reduction and working capital improvements
- EMEA and APAC purchasing experience would be ideal but is not essential
- Experience in working for a Global PE Business would be ideal but is not essential
Job Offer
- A competitive salary range plus package
- The chance to develop and implement strategic procurement and inventory processes, during a time of change and transformation
- A workplace based near Corby that values the growth and development of its employees
This role provides an excellent opportunity for a driven Procurement and Inventory Manager to make a significant impact on a company's operations. Apply now and propel your career to new heights
Reference: 52569378
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