Supply Chain / Purchasing Lead

Supply Chain / Purchasing Lead

Location: West Midlands

Industry: Metal

Salary: £Negotiable DOE

We are currently seeking a Supply Chain / Purchasing lead on behalf of our client, a leading global provider of specialty steels.

The Supply Chain / Purchasing Lead will play a vital role in a fast-paced business environment, ensuring timely procurement of materials from group mills and maintaining optimal stock levels to meet sales demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilise SAP to run MRP, managing reorder points for each part number. Ensure lead times from mills are current and safety stock profiles are updated.
• Work closely with the sales team to understand customer forecasts and identify growth products not visible in MRP.
• Place purchase orders with group mills, monitor delivery dates, and take necessary actions to ensure on time delivery from suppliers.
• Build strong communication with mills and seek process improvements. Place orders and liaise with subcontract suppliers.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Excellent analytical skills to address and resolve issues effectively.
• Driven by achieving results and maintaining efficient processes.
• Resilient and flexible in a dynamic work environment.
• Advanced understanding and experience with MRP systems and processes.
• Strong computing skills, particularly in Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Proficient in SAP for data management and order processing.
• Strong mathematical skills and financial awareness.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a supply chain environment.
• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Salary negotiable DOE
• Monday to Thursday 0800-1630 / Frduat 0830-1430
• WFH Friday
• 28 days annual leave, inclusive of BH
• Company pension
• BUPA

To Contact Direct:

Daniel Barnett

Executive Consultant

0151 209 2050

daniel.barnett@aspion.co.uk

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