Job Elements: -
- Create and implement a supply chain strategy.
- Negotiate and place commercial terms and purchasing agreements.
- Vigorously control costs against project defined targets.
- Responsible for inventory and stock turns, as well as the control and monitoring of inbound logistics.
- Assess existing subcontract base, supplier selection, development and removal from supply list in line with the supplier rationalisation programme.
- Develop Purchasing KPIs including schedule adherence, overdue purchase orders, and overdue requisitions and purchase price variance.
- Support the New Product Introduction process alongside key functions of the business.
- Manage personal development of key individuals within the Purchasing Function to ensure a strong motivated team is in place.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in senior supply chain or procurement role and in line management.
- Background in electronics and electromechanical manufacturing.
- Experience with change management and setting up new procurement systems.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- You will be a CIPS Corporate Member or equivalent.
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