Our client is a global leader in suspension systems and components for the commercial transportation industry. Their mission is to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that enhance vehicle performance and customer satisfaction. They are guided by core values of integrity, excellence, and collaboration, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, inclusivity, diversity and respect thereby empowering people to thrive and contribute meaningfully to shared success.
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Delivery of a customer focused service, whilst meeting all Health & Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost and Morale targets.
Managing the procurement of goods and services essential to the organization’s operations. This role is responsible for implementation of sourcing strategies, Category / commodity benchmarking, negotiating supplier agreements, and ensuring cost-effective, timely, and high-quality procurement. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset, strong supplier relationship management skills, and a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics.
To drive and develop the procurement strategy, work proactively, driving best practice and a positive culture of problem solving, continuous improvement and task execution to drive the business forward.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the procurement process for procurement categories / commodities, materials, and services, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
Working with the Purchasing manager, develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimise cost, quality, and delivery performance.
Evaluate supplier performance and manage supplier relationships to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and service level agreements.
Conduct & lead monthly supplier performance meetings to drive improvement in supplier performance
Conduct market analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in the supply base.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to secure the best value.
Lead supplier escalation meetings to ensure supplier gaps in supply are resolved
Liaise with other personnel across the business group as necessary to ensure the customer requirements are met
Maintaining and updating sales and customer records
Support customer run-down on engineering change / NPI projects as required
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and systems.
Mentor and support junior purchasing staff as needed.
Support problem solving exercises to investigate causes of deviation from process and Carry out reasonable additional responsibilities as requested by the Company
EDUCATION & TRAINING ESSENTIAL
MCIPS Qualified & Certified ,HND or equivalent
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Knowledge of Oracle based management system preferred but not essential as training will be given
Extensive experience in a Material control role
Good understanding of MRP and other material planning systems
Project management skills, including the ability to produce and work to timing plans
Working Hours
Mon -Thurs (8:00-16 :30 )
Friday (8:00-13:30)
Benefits
25 days holiday per year (Jan-Dec)
Employee Assistance Program
Life insurance
Single healthcare cover BUPA
Email updated CV to info@pabstaffingsolutions.co.uk
