Location: Saffron Walden Type: Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36396
Polytec are looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our Saffron Walden based client.
The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative business offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact within its supply chain operation.
Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute MRP processes, translating system recommendations into effective purchasing and replenishment plans
- Oversee the purchasing of components and bought-in goods, ensuring orders are placed, monitored and delivered on time
- Maintain accurate ERP data, including bills of materials, supplier details, lead times and stock parameters
- Monitor material availability, identify potential shortages and proactively manage supply chain risks
- Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms
- Identify and assess new suppliers and alternative sourcing opportunities to improve value and security of supply
- Monitor supplier performance, addressing delivery and quality issues and driving improvements where required
- Manage inventory levels, balancing material availability with cost control and working capital requirements
- Produce and report on key supply chain KPIs, providing insight into purchasing performance, stock levels and supplier delivery
Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing, materials planning or supply chain within a manufacturing or assembly environment
- Strong practical experience of running MRP and converting system outputs into purchasing actions
- Experience using Oracle NetSuite would be preferred
- Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, bills of materials, inventory management and production planning
- Proven experience managing supplier relationships, negotiating terms and resolving supply issues
- Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and make informed decisions
- Experience of driving process improvements and managing projects through to completion
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently
- Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and wider Microsoft Office applications
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Desirable - CIPS qualification at Level 4 or above, or a relevant degree
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Supply Chain Specialist in Essex employer: Polytec Personnel Ltd
Join a dynamic and technically focused organisation in Royston as a Procurement Specialist, where you will play a vital role in supporting project delivery. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that values attention to detail and offers competitive salaries along with opportunities for professional growth. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive environment, we ensure that our team members thrive while making meaningful contributions to our projects.
