Purchasing and Inventory Controller

Description

• Expedite parts and materials by exception as requirements dictate
• Develop as close working relationship with the Warehouse team, Project Planning Team Prototype and Design
• Manage supplier performance in respect to Cost, Quality & Delivery
• Analyse product and supplier rationalisation opportunities
• Create and maintain Project Purchasing spreadsheets
• Identify and agree changes with line management
• Dealing with technical queries
• Maintain Inventory levels in line with agreed plans and authority levels
• Ensure Parts and materials are delivered in accordance with MRP recommendations or Purchase Order date
• Organise and locate parts in correct locations on delivery
• Proactively review replenishment levels (safety stocks)
• To maintain pricing and Commercial agreements with Suppliers, Setting up new accounts
• Purchase non MRP items as required by requisition (including credit card payments)
• Ensure Purchase Orders are acknowledged and re-dated in line with acknowledged dates
• To maintain inventory Levels in line with agreed plan and variations in usage
• Identify and suggest continuous improvement opportunities
• Establish new suppliers as required
• Manage regular exports of stock to overseas engineering departments
• Maintain data integrity and track accuracy (Stock holding, Lead-times, Pricing)
• Contribute to Engineering Project meetings with lead-times and costs
• Ensure that purchase order coverage is maintained in line with MRP recommendation or specific requirement by purchase requisition
• Manage and track import details on purchased items from shipment to delivery
• Maintain supply base in accordance with procedures
• To maintain material Supply to support Engineering plans in Line with MRP
• Maintain Engineering consumables and PPE at required levels
• Assess Engineering components and determine correct supplier and process to meet project needs
• Maintain and update computer records

Requirements

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX)
• Works well within a manufacturing team environment
• Understanding of Engineering / Manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Engineering drawings
• NVQ level 3 or above
• Working Knowledge of MRP
• CIPS qualification
• Good Communicator
• Understanding of the principles of Procurement and Materials management

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance