Supply Chain Manager
- Recruiter
- Confidential
- Location
- Kent
- Salary
- 40000.00 - 50000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 05 Jul 2021
- Closes
- 02 Aug 2021
- Sectors
- Procurement
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
We are currently working with an innovative, family-run SME who are actively seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join their existing team based in the Paddock Wood. You will be required to travel to Ellon and the West Midlands to visit both suppliers and their other premises. You will be responsible for the procurement of products, components and services. This is a new role and provides scope for the successful candidate to implement and drive a supply chain strategy focused on performance, quality and of course cost efficiency.
Key duties and responsibilities...
* Create and implement clear strategies for the purchase of product, component and services that are in line with their business objectives and goals.
* Working closely with sales to forecast and plan supply requirements.
* Achieve the best value for money, level of service and quality standards when dealing with vendors and suppliers.
* Make sure that vendors and suppliers meet required standards, such as ISO accreditation as well as meeting their ethical and value statements.
* Develop and maintain long-term, positive relationships with suppliers within the industry ensuring pace is maintained with market development and trend
* Undertake supplier and trade show visits, both in the UK and overseas
* Review contracts and supplier performance quarterly, reporting on variances from agreed KPI's.
* Understand the wider market to ensure competitively sourced products are of high quality, supporting the brand positioning.
* Work closely with finance to meet expected KPI's on payments and processes.
* Work closely with directors to provide accurate reporting.
* Identify opportunity for improvement in processes, supplier management and commercial terms to increase service and margin recovery.
* Manage SLA's including supplier rebates or early settlement discounts.
* Support sales on customer OJEU tenders through knowledge of contracts.
* Carry out daily purchasing activities, including
* Back to back ordering
* Stock ordering
* Checking off order confirmations
* Managing imports and customs clearance
* Controlling new product codes and barcodes
* Supplier order follow up and schedule updates
* Purchasing office supplies as instructed
* Receiving telephone calls and emails relating to purchasing
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, attributes and qualifications...
Procurement experience in the UK furniture industry or public sector is desirable
Proven and demonstrable negotiation skills
Previous experience within a procurement role
Experience of inventory, forecasting and supply chain management
Proven supervisory or management experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong planning, decision making, organisational skills and problem solving skills
Experience with SAP Business One software a benefit
Understanding of customer service and finance
Accuracy and very good attention to detail
CIPS Level 4 or above
Benefits
40-50k Basic salary
Auto enrolment pension
Free parking
24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Travel expenses paid
Key duties and responsibilities...
* Create and implement clear strategies for the purchase of product, component and services that are in line with their business objectives and goals.
* Working closely with sales to forecast and plan supply requirements.
* Achieve the best value for money, level of service and quality standards when dealing with vendors and suppliers.
* Make sure that vendors and suppliers meet required standards, such as ISO accreditation as well as meeting their ethical and value statements.
* Develop and maintain long-term, positive relationships with suppliers within the industry ensuring pace is maintained with market development and trend
* Undertake supplier and trade show visits, both in the UK and overseas
* Review contracts and supplier performance quarterly, reporting on variances from agreed KPI's.
* Understand the wider market to ensure competitively sourced products are of high quality, supporting the brand positioning.
* Work closely with finance to meet expected KPI's on payments and processes.
* Work closely with directors to provide accurate reporting.
* Identify opportunity for improvement in processes, supplier management and commercial terms to increase service and margin recovery.
* Manage SLA's including supplier rebates or early settlement discounts.
* Support sales on customer OJEU tenders through knowledge of contracts.
* Carry out daily purchasing activities, including
* Back to back ordering
* Stock ordering
* Checking off order confirmations
* Managing imports and customs clearance
* Controlling new product codes and barcodes
* Supplier order follow up and schedule updates
* Purchasing office supplies as instructed
* Receiving telephone calls and emails relating to purchasing
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, attributes and qualifications...
Procurement experience in the UK furniture industry or public sector is desirable
Proven and demonstrable negotiation skills
Previous experience within a procurement role
Experience of inventory, forecasting and supply chain management
Proven supervisory or management experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong planning, decision making, organisational skills and problem solving skills
Experience with SAP Business One software a benefit
Understanding of customer service and finance
Accuracy and very good attention to detail
CIPS Level 4 or above
Benefits
40-50k Basic salary
Auto enrolment pension
Free parking
24 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Travel expenses paid