Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is an innovative, world class supplier of high quality, technically complex automotive components. Based in Carrickfergus, Ryobi Aluminium Casting (UK) Ltd is a proud member of the Ryobi Group. With the help of our Japanese parent company we can bring the latest technological advances to our European Customers. Ryobis vision is to maintain a sustainable business by achieving the best results for our customers, maximising the potential of every employee through mutual respect, trust and teamwork. Our mission is to be the Number 1 Die Casting Company in Europe, to build upon our current customer base and increase market share, and to satisfy customer and shareholder requirements. The Role: Stock control and availability Accurate application of MRP to avoid overspend and reduce stock holding. Ensure accuracy of delivery dates, and effectively report the status of backorder parts. Monitor MOQs and MOLs with user depts. Arrange carriage and transport of inbound goods. Investigate and resolve delivery discrepancies and logging part non-conformances. Major focus on BOM and Aluminium including all planning and ordering in line with production planning. Commercial Management. Negotiate with suppliers for best possible conclusions including contracts, service agreements and other added value benefits. Monitor and report on price increases and decreases. Investigate and action cost reduction and commercial benefits opportunities. Supplier performance management and new supplier evaluations. General Duties: - Working on RFQs for over 10K projects. Support internally with adhoc pricing enquires. Internal customer support for all depts., sourcing products or services as required. Management of Brexit implications. Manage services such as cleaning, energy, vending machines, gases and laundry. Working with QA on Supplier Relations. Working with Brammer in site team to achieve best possible prices on MRO goods. Support the MEA council in set up and trials of Buy Supply NI Portal. General departmental duties including the receipt of Aluminium and BOM. Training on Sage for user depts. Participate in information sharing, team working and continuous improvement programmes. Practice good housekeeping and safety procedures. Comply with all Company health and safety, quality and environmental standards. Essential Criteria: 5 GCSEs or equivalent in Grade A-C (to include English and Maths). IT literate, proficient in MS Office. General supply chain experience. Previous experience within a manufacturing/materials environment. Buying / Negotiating Experience. Stock management knowledge. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Good organizational and time-management skills. High level of initiative and self-motivation. Teamwork skills. Problem solving skills. Attention to detail. Desirable Criteria: Level 3 qualification (e.g.2 A Level Grades A-C, NVQ). Level 3 certificate in Customs Compliance - CIPS. International-trade related knowledge. Experience of using Sage ERP. Familiar with the application of tariffs and duties. Understanding of commodity codes. Company Benefits: Competitive salary Competitive shift premium for all shift roles Generous employer pension contributions, starting at 7% Employer and rising to 14% Employer A health cash plan Discount scheme Life assurance Service-related holidays & Holiday Purchase Scheme Employee assistance programme Free car parking Learning and Development opportunities and support Ride to work scheme Service awards TPBN1_NI
