Contract and Supplier Relationship Manager

Up to £52000 per annum

Chichester, West Sussex

Contract and Supplier Relationship Manager Salary up to £52,236 + Benefits Location: Chichester with some flexibility to work in other parts of the County such as Horsham or Worthing Are you an experienced Contracts Manager with the ability to build key relationships and achieve fantastic results from key contract and supplier management? If so, this opportunity would be great for you. I am working with a public-sector organisation based in Chichester who are going through a transformation change and looking to recruit a Contract and Supplier Relationship Manager to join the Procurement Team. Main responsibilities of the Contract and Supplier Relationship Manager; Providing key management of contracts whilst implementing best practice across the specific categories. Achieve the best from contract outcomes within budget and improve supplier performance whilst engaging positively with all stakeholders Review existing contracts and ensure value for money at all times Engage with Stakeholders to develop business cases in order to revaluate contract agreements and review the market when decisions are taken to re-tender. Ensure requirements are met with regards to compliance and monitor key audit controls Develop and maintain key working relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders Provide reports and Information in relation to performance on Contracts, analyse data and present back to senior management. Take ownership of budgets and be responsible for project spend Ensure best practice and remain up to date with all policies and procedures Skills & Experience required of the Contract and Supplier Relationship Manager MCIPS qualified or studying towards your MCIPS Strong stakeholder management skills, demonstrating ability to engage with stakeholders at multi levels Demonstrate experience of delivery total cost of ownership savings Knowledge and experience of EU procurement processes, using government procurement frameworks This role would be perfect for a Supplier Relationship Manager, Contracts Manager, Sub Contracts Manager, Commercial Manager or Procurement Manager looking to specialise within the Contracts side. Should you not hear anything from us regarding your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful! Please don't get disheartened and please keep checking the Butler Ross website for any other opportunities. All our live jobs are listed on our website.

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Procurement Analyst

Up to £47450 per annum

Chichester, West Sussex

Procurement Analyst Are you a Procurement Analyst or Supply Chain Analyst looking for the next step or challenge in your career? If so, this opportunity would be great for you. I am working with a public sector organisation based in Chichester who are looking for a Procurement Analyst who has great experience in dealing with procurement analytics and previous experience managing a small team. Knowledge of EU procurement processes and using government procurement frameworks is ideal. Main responsibilities of the Procurement Analyst Lead and own all procurement analytics Managing a small team of procurement analysts You will implement and develop leading sourcing methodologies To deliver robust processes and plans Helping to implement a stage gate procurement process Play a leading role in providing procurement and commercial analytics advice in relation to major and complex contracts in your category Responsible for reporting on risk and ensuring the supply base performs as contractually agreed and running review sessions with your stakeholders Skills & Experience required of the Procurement Analyst Strong stakeholder management skills, demonstrating ability to engage with stakeholders at multi levels Understand change management and process improvement with experience in support business process and organisational change Demonstrate experience of delivery total cost of ownership savings Process qualifications highly desirable (Six Sigma, Lean Processes) Knowledge and experience of EU procurement processes, using government procurement frameworks Salary up to £47,450 This role would be perfect for a procurement analyst or supply chain analyst or business analyst. Should you not hear anything from us regarding your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful! Please don't get disheartened and please keep checking the Butler Ross website for any other opportunities. All our live jobs are listed on our website.

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Procurement Bid Lead

£500 - £700 per day

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Butler Ross are currently recruiting an interim procurement bid lead role to start in December or early January at the latest. This is a very high profile bid therefore demonstrable experience of working in a procurement bid lead type role is essential. The bid team is based near Basingstoke whereas the project itself is in Scotland therefore the ability to travel between locations is essential. Due to the nature of the bid experience of working with a Scottish Construction / Civil Engineering supply chain to deliver a major project is essential. Bid procurement experience within a defence or aerospace background could also be advantageous. In addition to the construction procurement expertise, experience of procurement across the Engineering and FM categories would also be beneficial. This role is likely to suit a Procurement Manager, Head of Procurement, Procurement Director, Supply Chain Manager, Head of Supply Chain, Supply Chain Director, Commercial Manager, Commercial Director or similar.

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Commodity Buyer x 2

Up to £35000 per annum

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Commodity Buyer x 2 - Northampton - £35,000 Butler Ross have a fantastic opportunity for two commodity Buyers, to join a manufacturing company based in Northampton. The salary is circa £35,000 and the ideal candidate will have a broad range of purchasing experience, as well as experience in purchasing metal components. Candidates will have previous experience within Purchasing or Category or Commodity Management and ideally would have been a Buyer, Senior Purchasing Officer, Senior Buyer, or a Category/Commodity Buyer. Role responsibilities of the Commodity Buyer include: Locate vendors and asses, to determine availability and terms of sales. Analyse market in the specified area of each indirect category. Participate in the development of specifications for Indirect categories. Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers. Represent companies in negotiating pricing and formulating policies with suppliers. Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids. Prepare bid awards and obtain approvals per the delegation of authority. Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs. Maintain systems with data updates, ensuring accuracy of key supplier information. Support the operations team in ensuring that Suppliers meet obligations in term of responsibilities, performance and priorities to ensure un-disturbed production. Person Specification of the Commodity Buyer include: Broad Purchasing experience or experience in purchasing metal components Circa 5 years purchasing experience UK Driving License Salary Circa £35,000 This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Senior Procurement Officer, Category/Commodity Buyer Should you not hear anything from us regarding your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful! Please don't get disheartened and please keep checking the Butler Ross website for any other opportunities. All our live jobs are listed on our website.

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Procurement Specialist

£40000 - £45000 per annum

Bristol, England

A fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Procurement Specialist. The purpose of this role is to work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the development of effective Supply Chain solutions. Job Responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist; Ensure compliance in relation to Legislative requirements that impact on Procurement activities. Identify and agree division of value and risk with third parties, planning the negotiation strategy. Identify the risks and developing options to close agreements successfully. Use a wide range of influencing styles in order to execute negotiation with third parties. Work alongside the Head of Supply Chain to support the development of proposals and tenders. Understand and manage risk and opportunities throughout the supply chain. Application of supplier quality assurance and control activities. Plan the supplier support to a profile of demand from a project or business incorporating preferred supplier information and sourcing activities. Understand customer requirements and manage their relevance to supplier selection and contracting alongside commercial colleagues. Apply a total cost approach within Purchasing, looking at Costing to conduct a thorough life analysis to inform the purchasing decision and cost modelling. Develop a Lean approach to Supply Chain. Establish strong mutually supportive relationships with key stakeholders across the business. Person Specification of the Procurement Specialist; Degree qualified or equivalent. Additional professional qualifications would be an advantage e.g. CIPS. Proven Procurement & Supply Chain Management experience. Understanding of Supply Chain Risk. Experience within a manufacturing / engineering environment. Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Strong commercial acumen. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the business. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Supply Chain Specialist, Supply Chain Manager, Supplier Manager, Category Manager, Category Lead, Commodity Manager, Commodity Lead, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, Senior Procurement Officer.

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Contract Specialist

£250 - £300 per day

London, England

Butler Ross are recruiting an interim Contract Specialist role on behalf of a global FTSE100 firm. This role, which is based in Central London, is to manage the ongoing implementation of their contract management tool within the group. Although a strong appreciation of procurement systems is beneficial, this is not a technical systems implementation role. Our client is actually looking for an individual who can demonstrate the strong senior stakeholder management, presentation and project management skills required to guide group companies through the implementation of the new tool. This will include highlighting what advantages the system will bring, what's required of them throughout the implementation, how to maximise the efficiency of the tool and also what its limitations are. This interim role could suit someone with experience of working in a Supplier Relationship Manager, Contracts Specialist, Contract Manager, Contracts Manager or Vendor Manager

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Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager

Up to £40000 per annum

Stourport-On-Severn, Worcestershire

Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager - Stourport-on-Severn Butler Ross have a fantastic opportunity with a leading British Manufacturing and Engineering company, who are looking for someone to purchase goods and services, and work on continuous improvement and procurement strategies across two sites. This role would suit someone who has experience working in Purchasing as a Senior Buyer, Strategic Buyer, Technical Buyer or Procurement Manager. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer/Procurement Manager: To purchase a diverse range of goods and services, including information technology. To be responsible for the whole procurement cycle To consider group purchasing power To manage and provide guidance to staff To work with stock control personnel and factory managers to ensure availability of stock is maintained. Considering lead time with regards production requirements and outsourcing. Responsibility for purchased stock levels and general stock integrity. Record and report on all relevant matters on a quarterly basis Maintain and update suppliers approved and select list, in line with the quality standard and utilising an agreed due diligence procedure which provides for full supplier vetting. Personal Specification of the Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager: Strong MRP and systems experience Experience in an engineering/manufacturing environment Significant purchasing experience at a strategic level Versatile and able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment Strong team player Salary Up to £40,000 Working Hours & Benefits: 9:00 - 5:00 Monday to Friday 34 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays) Pension This role would suit a Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Commodity Manager, Technical Buyer, Strategic Buyer Should you not hear anything from your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful, and unfortunately It will be impossible to update everyone at application stage due to the high volumes of applicants we get! Please don't get disheartened and please do keep checking our website for any other opportunities!

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Category Specialist

£30000 - £35000 per annum

Watford, Hertfordshire

Excellent opportunity for a Category Specialist working with a leading services company based in Watford, with an excellent salary up to £35k. This role is due to recent growth and will sit within the Procurement team, focusing on Purchasing, Supply Chain and Tender process. As a Category Specialist, you will be involved in all aspects managing a category, from tender process to end to end supply chain. Responsibilities of the Category Specialist; Delivering sourcing principles across all categories, including clinical and non clinical. Working closely with key stakeholders to understand specific requirements. Drive delivery of all category targets. Maintain knowledge of supplier markets, sub categories and capabilities. Working with key suppliers to improve quality, performance and drive down cost. Lead negotiation of commercial contracts with suppliers Manage supplier relationships, ensuring business needs are met through contract lifecycle. Expert for the specific category with understanding of market, industry and best practice. Key Requirements for the Category Specialist; Experience in managing sole category, ideally Medical, HR, Professional Services, Marketing or similar. Experience in Clinical and/or non-clinical sourcing Educated to a degree level within Supply Chain, Business or similar field. Member of CIPS This role would suit someone with previous experience as; Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Manager, Category Specialist, Procurement Assistant.

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Buyer

£25000 - £28000 per annum

Basingstoke, Hampshire

Great new opportunity for an up and coming Procurement professional to join a busy organisation as a Buyer, to be responsible for the efficient purchasing of products for delivery throughout Europe. Key Responsibilities of the Buyer; Processing of orders to meet customer needs. Monitoring of Products requirements and Bill of Material inventories for order placement to vendors. Support set up of Products and Bill of Materials. Calculation and management of safety stocks. Effective control of phase in /out parts to satisfy customer. Analysis of customer requirements to identify demand variances. Operating order process with using an electronic data base. Communicate & report effectively to managers, colleagues & vendors. Propose solutions to solve daily supply issues. Lead vendors to achieve on-time customer delivery. Monitor and improve assigned KPI's. Personal Specification of the Buyer; Purchasing experience is essential. Experience within a high-volume environment would be an advantage. Good General Level of Education. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Strong communication skills Excellent relationship building skills. Ability to work well as part of a team Self-motivated and able to work independently This role would be suitable for individuals with experience as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Purchasing Controller, Procurement Assistant, Supplier Coordinator.

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Buyer (Manufacturing)

Negotiable

Southampton, Hampshire

A great opportunity for a dynamic procurement professional to join a busy organisation as a Buyer, to be responsible for purchasing across multiple projects, working closely with the engineering teams to ensure the projects are delivered on time and to budget. Key Responsibilities of the Buyer; Management of BOM Updates and Engineering Change Requests to ensure that purchasing is in-line with latest project revisions. Identification and reconciliation of procurement requirements for projects from BOMs. Preparation of requests for quotation (RFQs). Review of quotations and issue of purchase orders along with engineering drawings and product specifications. Purchasing of mechanical, electrical and pneumatic components. Progressing of purchase orders to ensure purchasing schedules meet project requirements. Responsibility for goods-in, product returns, quality issues and stock control. Personal Specification of the Buyer; Proven Purchasing experience. Experience within a Manufacturing / Engineering environment. Excellent communication & negotiation skills. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Good working knowledge of ERP / MRP. Driven and flexible attitude. Enthusiastic and ability to work effectively as part of a team. This role would also suit you if you have held a role as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Controller, Purchasing Administrator, Junior Buyer, Procurement Assistant or Commercial Coordinator.

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Interim Procurement Manager

£300 - £350 per day

Birmingham, West Midlands

£350p.day PAYE or Umbrella. Not limited company as inside IR35. Interim Assignment - Birmingham Butler Ross are recruiting on behalf of a major organisation in central Birmingham for an interim Procurement Manager role. Due to the nature of the roles prior experience with OJEU public contracts regulations is essential as the successful candidate will be required to run full end to end tenders across indirect categories e.g. Professional Services, Stationery, Marketing, IT etc. Experience with Bravo (or other eProcurement platforms) would also be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, high performing, corporate services procurement team in a modern office environment. Depending on experience this Procurement Manager role could suit somebody working in a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager or similar role.

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Procurement Category Manager

£45000 - £55000 per annum

Bristol, England

A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement professional to join a leading organisation as a Procurement Category Manager on an initial 12-month Fixed Term Contract basis. Job Responsibilities of the Procurement Category Manager; Define category strategies that maximise value for the business. Build knowledge of the supply market within the business. Execute the category strategy. Negotiating contracts with suppliers. Evaluating supplier performance and measure contract compliance. Provide subject matter expertise to the business. Work within New Product Introduction environments. Capture specific business requirements and builds into ITT documents. Execute sourcing activity using strategic sourcing methodologies. Be accountable for the implementation of pan-divisional contracts. Support major bid activity where there is a significant category requirement. Manage suppliers within the category. Execute the appropriate strategies to engage suppliers and to measure and incentivise their performance. Manage appropriate supplier governance. Person Specification of the Procurement Category Manager; Degree qualified or equivalent. Additional professional qualifications would be an advantage e.g. CIPS. Proven Procurement & Category Management experience. Supplier Relationship Management experience. Experience within a manufacturing / engineering environment. Strong influencing and negotiation skills. Strong commercial acumen. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the business. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Category Manager, Category Lead, Commodity Manager, Commodity Lead, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, Senior Procurement Officer.

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Assistant Procurement Manager

Up to £37000 per annum

Worcester, Worcestershire

Assistant Procurement Manager Are you a Senior Buyer or Assistant Procurement Manager looking for the next step or challenge in your career? If so this opportunity would be great for you. I am working with a public sector organisation based in Worcester who are looking for an Assistant Procurement Manager who has great experience in undertaking tenders, deliver cost savings and great knowledge of Public Procurement Legislation into procurement activities. This role will report into the group Procurement Manager. Main responsibilities of the Assistant Procurement Manager Undertake tenders for the provision of repairs and maintenance services Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers/stakeholders Ensuring maximum value for money whilst minimising risks Embedding knowledge of current guidelines including public procurement legislation intro procurement functions. Skills & Experience required of the Assistant Procurement Manager Ideally you will have experience in running tenders with EU (OJEU) procurement functions Able to build and maintain relationships with suppliers & stakeholders Proven track record of savings Great knowledge of categories, contracts & supplier relationship management Salary £37,000 This role would be perfect for a senior buyer, assistant procurement manager.

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Senior Buyer

Negotiable

Lymington, Hampshire

A fantastic opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join a lead manufacturing company based in the New Forest, with an excellent salary & benefits. The Procurement position has been created due to recent growth with the team. The role will be working alongside the Procurement and Supply Chain, reporting into the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities for the Buyer: Purchasing of goods, materials and components to meet business requirements. Responsible for sourcing, negotiating and buying. Working closely with the technical team for selection. Ensure continue supply of goods, materials and communicate and supply problems. Work towards tenders, quotations and supply capabilities. Negotiating contracts and terms of business Person Specification for the Buyer: In depth knowledge of Buying within a Electronics and Manufacturing Excellent MRP System experience. Knowledge regarding supply marks and specific categories. Strong communicator (excellent negotiating skills) and stakeholder engagement experience. This role would if you have held a role within Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Procurement Lead.

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Procurement Manager

Up to £43000 per annum

Southampton, Hampshire

Procurement Manager A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Procurement Manager or Commodity buyer to join this public sector organisation based in Southampton who are looking for a purchasing manager who has experience in non -clinical purchasing, contracts management and lead on a portfolio of procurement contracts and strategic projects. This role will support Head of Procurement in the deliver of cost and efficiency savings across the trust. Main responsibilities of the Procurement Manager To lead the procurement strategic sourcing programme for a range of categories across the trust Liaise with end users at all levels Ensures processes are in place so that effective, collaborative equipment purchases, trials, and long-term plans allow for standardisation using evidence base and innovative practice across the local health economy. Contracts management Ability to build and maintain strong relationship with supplier and stakeholders Able to demonstrate a detailed understanding of EU procurement procedures including experience of tendering and have proven experience of delivering savings and managing complex projects. Skills & Experience required of the Procurement Manager Have a strong commercial acumen Knowledge of EU & UK Public procurement legislation Experience in negotiating and closing complex contract deals delivering measurable savings Previous line management skills Salary up to £43,000 This role would be perfect for a senior buyer or category manager or procurement manager or purchasing manager or commodity manager.

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Category Manager

Up to £35000 per annum

Poole, Dorset

Senior Buyer A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Buyer to join this public sector organisation based in Poole who are looking for a procurement professional who has experience in category purchasing, contracts management and supplier relationship management with key stakeholders and external suppliers. The purpose of the Senior Buyer is to take responsibility for all 3rd party spend within the given category product. You will report to the Senior Category Manager and undertake specialist market sourcing, complex commercial contracting and supplier management for a range of products and services. Main responsibilities of the Senior Buyer Support Senior Category Managers with undertaking specialist market sourcing, commercial contract and supplier management for a range of products and services Create and deliver category and sourcing strategies across clinical products and services Take responsibility for all 3rd party spend for the clinical category Builds and maintains effective stakeholder relationships using a business partnering approach leading and influencing the adoption of procurement and category strategy through the trust Skills & Experience required of the Senior Buyer Demonstrate previous experience in a procurement or category role with at least 3 years' experience Previous experience within a clinical based role Knowledge of EU & UK Public procurement legislation Experience in negotiating and closing complex contract deals delivering measurable savings Salary up to £35,000 This role would be perfect for a buyer or senior buyer or sourcing specialist or procurement specialist or procurement officer or category manager or category buyer.

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Clinical Category Manager

Up to £35000 per annum

Dorset, England

Clinical Category Manager A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Buyer or Category Buyer to join this public sector organisation based in Dorset who are looking for a Category Manager who has experience in clinical purchasing, contracts management and supplier relationship management with key stakeholders and external suppliers. The purpose of the Category Manager is to take responsibility for all 3rd party spend within the clinical product. You will report to the Senior Category Manager and undertake specialist market sourcing, complex commercial contracting and supplier management for a range of products and services. Main responsibilities of the Clinical Category Manager Support Senior Category Managers with undertaking specialist market sourcing, commercial contract and supplier management for a range of products and services Create and deliver category and sourcing strategies across clinical products and services Take responsibility for all 3rd party spend for the clinical category Builds and maintains effective stakeholder relationships using a business partnering approach leading and influencing the adoption of procurement and category strategy through the trust Skills & Experience required of the Clinical Category Manager Demonstrate previous experience in a procurement or category role with at least 3 year's experience Previous experience within a clinical based role Knowledge of EU & UK Public procurement legislation Experience in negotiating and closing complex contract deals delivering measurable savings Salary up to £35,000 This role would be perfect for a buyer or senior buyer or sourcing specialist or procurement specialist or procurement officer or category manager or category buyer.

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Material Planner/Buyer

£26000 - £30000 per annum

Cradley Heath, West Midlands

Material Planner/Buyer - Cradley Heath Fantastic opportunity in the Aerospace industry, for a Material Planner/Buyer to join a fun and dynamic team in a growing company! The Role holder will be responsible for the planning and control the movement of bought in components, and to support the continuous flow and delivery of products to the customer at the highest quality and lowest total cost. This role would be a good opportunity for either someone who is looking for a step up in responsibilities, or for someone already in this role looking for a new challenge! Role Responsibilities of the Material Planner/Buyer Work closely with the Account Management team to assess the forecast requirements of the customer and plan materials accordingly to fulfil the service obligations of the contracts. Understand any urgent requirements and take proactive responsibility for resolving with the supplier base. Purchase & reschedule materials according to forecast demands Launch procurement at the start of a new contract and manage the schedule to ensure materials are available in line with customer expectations. Maintain periodic orderbook reviews to ensure alignment of dates and requirements. Expedite deliveries where necessary to meet customer requirements. Optimise inventory levels across the European & India warehouses to support excellent levels customer service whilst balancing the cash flow demands of the business. Work closely with suppliers to manage scheduled & close out any gaps in contract supply whilst maintaining wherever possible business margins. Ad hoc sourcing of materials & procurement to obtain the best price Creation of new item masters in the business system; maintain accurate system data i.e. preferred suppliers, lead times, economical order quantities. Personal Specification of the Material Planner/Buyer Intermediate MS Excel skills essential Knowledge and demonstrated experience in working with MRP / DRR systems Experience with sales & purchase order processing, materials planning and inventory management. Ability to work under pressure Excellent communication & organisational skills Experience gained within distribution planning will be desirable Salary £26,000 - £30,000 This role will be well suited if you have experience in Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer, or in Material and Inventory Management as a Stock Controller, Inventory Controller or Material Controller.

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Category Buyer

£25000 - £30000 per annum

Brighton

A fantastic opportunity for a Category Buyer to join a lead engineering company based in Brighton, with an excellent salary up to £30,000. The Procurement position has been created due to recent growth with the team. The role will be working alongside the Procurement and Supply Chain, reporting into the Purchasing Manager. Key Responsibilities for the Category Buyer: Management of key categories, including but not limited to, Shipping, MRO & Consumables Working with leading stakeholders within the business, understanding needs and supplier capability. Work towards agreed category plans and strategies. Provide expertise in categories and take responsibility for suppliers, and identify any upcoming issues. Implement plans to improve operational supplier performance. Person Specification for the Category Buyer: In depth knowledge of Buying within a similar environment and/or category Excellent MRP System experience, KanBan experience. Knowledge regarding supply marks and specific categories. Strong communicator (excellent negotiating skills) and stakeholder engagement experience. This role would if you have held a role within Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Category Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Procurement Lead.

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Procurement Engineer

Negotiable

Weymouth, Dorset

A fantastic opportunity for a dynamic Procurement professional to join a leading Manufacturing organisation as a Procurement Engineer. Specific Job Responsibilities of the Procurement Engineer; Work with NPI teams providing knowledge of suppliers, material estimates and costs throughout the NPI process up to Production release. Champion the use of Design-to-Cost methodology and the input of Suppliers and specialists as appropriate in the NPI process. Purchasing of parts and materials to support project timescales. Work with NPI teams to ensure the integrity and clarity of engineering drawings and specifications. Involvement in the supplier qualification and selection process in pursuit of competitive advantage in fast turn-around of prototypes, quality, value/cost, and delivery. Timely and Accurate Project reporting of costs and delivery throughout the NPI process. Personal Specification of the Procurement Engineer; Degree qualified or equivalent within an Engineering discipline. Supplier management and development experience is essential. Manufacturing industry experience. Experience of working in an NPI environment. Ability to work collaboratively and successfully with cross-functional teams. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Project Management experience. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Supplier Quality Engineer, Vendor Manager, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Engineer, Supplier Manager, Supplier Development Engineer.

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Procurement Sourcing Specialist

£45000 - £50000 per annum

Portsmouth, Hampshire

An exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join a leading manufacturing organisation as a Procurement Sourcing Specialist Key Responsibilities of the Procurement Sourcing Specialist; Lead global sourcing projects. Manage end-to-end sourcing for Key Commodities incorporating spend & risk mitigation strategies. Prepare and execute clear structured negotiations following defined strategic sourcing methodology. Evaluate suppliers, develop and lead RFQ process for multiple commodities. Liaise with Internal and External Stakeholders to identify key business needs, influencing them to understand the benefits of Procurement and meeting their needs effectively. Analyse marketing industry trends and conditions that affect stakeholders, suppliers and pricing. Personal Specification of the Procurement Sourcing Specialist; CIPS qualification would be preferred. Proven Procurement & Sourcing experience. Experience of delivering significant cost savings. Experience of working within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Excellent IT skills including Intermediate Excel skills. Good working knowledge of MRP / ERP systems. Ability to effectively prioritise workload. Ability to work well on own initiative and as part of a team. Strong problem-solving skills. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Flexibility to travel to meet suppliers as required. This role would also suit you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a Senior Buyer, Purchasing Controller, Commodity Manager, Sourcing Manager, Category Manager, Supplier Manager.

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Supplier Quality Engineer

£28000 - £32000 per annum

Witney, Oxfordshire

A fantastic opportunity for a dynamic quality professional to join a leading Manufacturing organisation as a Supplier Quality Engineer. Specific Job Responsibilities of the Supplier Quality Engineer; Lead Quality activities within the Supply Chain project teams. Manage the assessment of suppliers to meet project requirements. Drive Continuous Improvement activities with suppliers to address issues identified in audits. Develop relationships with key suppliers. Drive initiatives with suppliers to deliver measurable performance improvements. Develop and implement supplier risk methodology. Perform Global supplier audits on a regular basis. Perform internal audits as required. Personal Specification of the Supplier Quality Engineer; Degree qualified or equivalent. Proven Supplier Quality experience. Manufacturing experience is essential. Experience of ISO9001 and ISO13485. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Flexibility to travel extensively to meet with suppliers. Full, clean driving licence. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Procurement Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Auditor.

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Assistant Procurement Manager

Up to £35000 per annum

City of London, London

Assistant Procurement Manager Are you a Senior Buyer or Procurement Professional looking for the next step or challenge in your career? If so this opportunity would be great for you. I am working with a public sector organisation based in Central London who are looking for an Assistant Procurement Manager who has great experience in delivering cost savings and improving suppliers service within their categories and tenders through effective negotiations and management skills. The Assistant Procurement Manager will be accountable for the day to day operational management of the procurement function, its service level performance and customer service. This role will report into the Procurement Manager Main responsibilities of the Assistant Procurement Manager Work effectively as part of a team collaborating with colleagues in delivering a high quality and efficient service to customers Assist the procurement manage to drive effective performance from all staff Responsible for delivering cost savings Ensure that all RFP, RFQ and other processes are delivered at a high level and correctly Responsible for 1 member of staff (direct report) Responsible for drafting contracts Proactively identify purchasing opportunities in all categories to support business units to reduce costs and improve service Skills & Experience required of the Assistant Procurement Manager Experience of managing, developing and motivating staff Influencing and negotiating skills Understanding of procurement and associated financial processes Experience within contract and supplier management Confident in the use of IT applications Effective communication with and engagement of staff Salary £35,000 This role would be perfect for a Category Manager, Senior Buyer, Assistant Procurement Manager , Sourcing Specialist, Purchasing specialist or Procurement Specialist

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Buyer

£25000 - £30000 per annum

City of London, London

Category Buyer A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Buyer or Senior Buyer to join this public sector organisation based in Central London who are looking for a category buyer who has experience in procurement processes, contract management and building relationships with key stakeholders and external suppliers The purpose of the category buyer is to assist the category manager and support them in strategic planning & analysis to deliver value for money and improve the quality and mange risks in the supply chain. Main responsibilities of the Category Buyer Support Category Managers with strategic planning, opportunity analysis to deliver value for money & improve quality Advise and support stakeholders in procurement related matters Where appropriate manage risks and value for money through effective negotiations and appropriate contractual relationships Use procurement tools and frameworks Lead on the management of internal procurement processes as well as supporting ongoing optimisation of new supplier on boarding, preferred supplier monitoring and reporting Skills & Experience required of the Category Buyer Demonstrate previous experience in a procurement or buyer role Proven track record in providing excellent customer service Influencing and negotiating skills Good understanding of MS Office applications Strong understanding of procurement systems Salary up to £30,000 This role would be perfect for a buyer or senior buyer or sourcing specialist or procurement specialist or procurement officer or category manager or category buyer.

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Senior Buyer

Up to £45k

Slough

A fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Procurement professional to join a growing organisation as a Senior Buyer, responsible for sourcing and negotiating prices for materials, consumables, equipment and services. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer; Ensure relevant contracts are in place for key suppliers as assigned. Ensure that contracts are awarded based on appropriate competitive tendering and bidding. Manage relevant purchasing categories or supplier relationships. Source and negotiate prices for materials, consumables, equipment and services. Produces regular spend analysis reports as required by the business. Produce monthly departmental reports which monitors procurement KPI’s. Implement procurement strategies and improvements which will generate value for the company. Regularly update SAP records for the assigned purchasing groups and follows up on outstanding orders with suppliers. Ensure that compliance and quality records are maintained. Ensure purchasing information and supplier data is kept up to date. Personal Specification of the Senior Buyer; Degree qualified or equivalent within a relevant discipline. Professional qualifications would be an advantage. Proven experience within a Strategic Procurement position. Knowledge of Sourcing and Supplier Management. Experience within a highly regulated Manufacturing or FMCG environment. Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Enthusiastic and ability to work effectively as part of a team. Able to multi-task and manage own time effectively. Able to work under pressure and to set deadlines. This role would also suit you if you have held a role as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Strategic Buyer or Purchasing Controller.

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Ingredients Buyer

Up to £40k

Andover

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Ingredients Purchasing professional to join a growing FMCG organisation Role Responsibilities of the Ingredients Buyer; Drive value, cost savings, and joint process improvement initiatives for assigned category. Create, negotiate and implement agreed contracts and service level agreements with all suppliers. Create, own and implement category strategies. Develop and improve supplier performance through the use of SRM techniques. Complete various financial reporting tasks such as volume and pricing analyses & market reporting. Lead negotiations with suppliers on contract terms & pricing. Work to identify and implement cost savings opportunities. Lead strategic sourcing teams and act as buying category subject matter expert. Lead RFI/RFP’s attaining added value and cost reductions. Personal Specification of the Ingredients Buyer; Degree Qualified or equivalent within a Business or related discipline. CIPS qualification would be an advantage. Significant experience of Purchasing Ingredients is essential. Strong commercial background. Supplier Management experience. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. Strong analytical skills. Flexibility to travel as required. This role would also suit you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Sourcing Specialist, Commodity Manager, Supplier Manager or Category Manager.

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Buyer

Up to £30k

Bournemouth

Working in the Procurement team, the Buyer will be responsible for implementing the company purchasing strategy for site incorporating purchasing tools and supplier management techniques at a local level. Key Responsibilities of the Buyer; Ensure that all supplies of goods and services are provided in the most cost-effective manner. Ensure the right quality specifications are met. Ensure the lead times are adhered to with escalations and mitigation actions for those suppliers who under perform. Ensure good communication and collaboration with the other departments involved in the “procure to pay” process and support group wide procurement activities. Implement strategy and select appropriate purchasing tools. Monitor supplier performance. Escalate key issues, implement mitigation plans for late deliveries. Support the supplier selection process, introduction of new suppliers and technologies by driving the use of the preferred supplier list (PSL). Review component specifications and ensure the appropriate supplier is selected based on “total cost of ownership”. Set up an effective supply chain that meets manufacturing location needs. Effective communication to site suppliers of policies relating to supplier performance, inventory and other sourcing initiatives that affect the supply chain. Visit suppliers as a representative of the company to conduct reviews or discuss and resolve issues. Personal Specification of the Buyer; Proven Procurement experience – both operational and strategic. Experience within a Manufacturing environment. CIPS qualification or studying towards preferred but not essential. Excellent communication & negotiation skills Excellent IT skills including MS Office Good working knowledge of MRP systems. Enthusiastic and ability to work effectively as part of a team Able to multi-task and manage own time effectively. Able to work under pressure and to set deadlines. Demonstrate a flexible attitude towards all types of work. This role would also suit you if you have held a role as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Procurement Assistant or Purchasing Controller.

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Procurement Category Manager

Up to £60k

Basingstoke

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Senior Buyer

Up to £35k

Mitcham

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Buyer

Up to £30k

Christchurch

An excellent opportunity for a Buyer to join an established Manufacturing business. The role will be based near Bournemouth and will be responsible for buying of electro-mechanical components. Key Responsibilities of Technical Buyer: Working closely with engineering staff to procure components and related parts. Raise orders, monitor and chase suppliers. Supply relationships internally and externally to improve cost, quality and supply. Working to very strict and tight deadlines to been schedule. Generate progress via live reports. Experience: Experience of reading and interpreting technical drawings Understanding of Manufacturing process. Understanding of inspection and test methods related to welded components. MRP/ERP System experience High level of Excel. Strong communication and negotiation skills This role would suit a candidate with experience in the following roles; Buyer, Junior Buyer, Technical Buyer, Purchasing, Commodity Buyer.

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Buyer

Up to £30k

Brighton

A fantastic opportunity for a Buyer to join a leading manufacturing company based near Brighton, with an excellent salary in the region of £30,000. The Procurement position has been created due to recent business growth and acquisitions. The Buyer will sit in a small Purchasing Department, reporting into the Purchasing Manager. Candidates will have previous experience of Purchasing and working closely with supplies as the business is entering exciting news times. Role responsibilities for the Buyer include: Acting as main point of contact for all suppliers, bringing in new products and maintaining supplier performance. Working on forecasts, future orders and general supplier queries. Reducing supplier lead times to improve business process. Managing supplier stock and avoiding production shortages. Implement cost reduction projects, and drive continuous improvement Person specification of the Buyer: In-depth knowledge working with suppliers. Previous experience working in a fast-paced Manufacturing environment. Excellent MRP System experience Electronic and/or Mechanical competency. Ability to work quickly, accurate and independently. This role would suit you if you have held a role within Procurement or Purchasing as a Senior Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Supply Chain Controller, Procurement Lead or Buyer.

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Interim Senior Buyer

£300 per day

Birmingham

£300p.day PAYE or Umbrella. Not limited company as inside IR35. 6 Month Assignment Birmingham Butler Ross are recruiting on behalf of a major organisation in central Birmingham for a Senior Buyer role. This interim contract is likely to run for at least 6 months. Due to the nature of the roles prior experience with OJEU public contracts regulations is essential as the successful candidate will be required to run full end to end tenders across indirect categories e.g. Professional Services, Stationery, Marketing, IT etc. Experience with Bravo (or other eProcurement platforms) would also be beneficial. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, high performing, corporate services procurement team in a modern office environment. Depending on experience this Senior Buyer role could suit somebody working in a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager or similar role.

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Procurement Analyst

£35k

Coventry

Coventry, offering a salary of up to £35,000. This role would be perfect for a someone who has worked in a purchasing environment and wants to grow within a procurement environment and work for a company that has many opportunities ahead! The Procurement Analyst would be supporting the Indirect purchasing team to analyse spend data and support the preparation of Tenders. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement and ideally would have been a Procurement Analyst, Purchasing Analyst, Junior Buyer or Buyer. Role responsibilities of the Purchasing Analyst include: Supporting the global Indirect Procurement team, ensuring consistency in reporting and use of key templates. Low level contract negotiation to ensure efficient outcome Supplier identification; creating RFI's, RFP's, planning vendor interviews, identifying and analysing efficient strategy with strong emphasis on financial analysis in excel Limited contract analysis and, liaising with suppliers, coordinating contracts through the legal and purchasing process Support the delivery of cost down targets Lead low level procurement exercises, mainly at a tactical level Contract capture and Contracts database update Supplier Relationship monitoring, QBR, performance measurement and reporting Category KPI Score Cards Take raw data and make it talk Design and build analytical modelling Use multiple sources of data to support recommendations Build data frameworks/taxonomies Design and produce standard reports and graphical representations Person Specification of the Procurement Analyst: Experience in Procurement as an Analyst or Buyer Bachelor's Degree Required. Finance or Business discipline preferred CIPS part qualified or willing to pursue Previously held analytics role in other organisations preferably within a Procurement environment Exposure to a variety of sectors/industries/environments. Strong data interrogation and analytical skills supported by advanced Excel skills. Ability to read and understand contract and pricing proposals to ensure clients make educated business decisions that implement efficiency gains This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Procurement Analyst or Purchasing Analyst

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Purchasing Manager

Up to £40k + Car and benefits

Telford

A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement Manager has arisen, to join an iconic manufacturer based in Telford. With a potential salary range of £38,000- £40,000 plus a very healthy car allowance this role would be perfect for a buyer who has strong experience with managing a team, and strong in their supplier development. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a technical manufacturing environment and Ideally with experience in dealing with suppliers based abroad. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager: Negotiating the lowest total acquisition costs for components and materials required for the manufacture and assembly, as well as indirect goods and services, whilst maintaining agreed levels of product quality, delivery performance and customer satisfaction. To identify and recommend suppliers for existing and new components. To hold regular review meetings with key suppliers to discuss delivery and quality performance. Ensuring that improvement plans, and non-conformances are closed in the required time frame. To monitor critical commodity markets trends in order to provide the base information required to conduct effective strategic supplier negotiations. To assist in the drafting of purchasing contracts with existing suppliers. Person Specification of the Procurement Manager: MCIPS Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment Project Management Understanding engineering drawings Vendor Management Experience with managing suppliers in the EU and Far East. Strong negotiation This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a senior buyer, sourcing specialist, vendor manager, commodity manager, commodity buyer, category manager, senior buyer or purchasing team leader.

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Senior Technical Buyer

Up to £45k

Bedford

I have a great progression opportunity for a technical buyer to join a growing manufacturing company in Bedford. The role has scope to progress into a management opportunity in the next year, so this would be great for a senior buyer to get a step up in their career! This role needs someone with experience with metal castings and metal fabrications who has worked in purchasing, procurement or supply chain at a buyer or senior buyer level. Role responsibilities of the Senior Technical Buyer are: Working closely with engineering staff to procure components and related parts based on MRP Buying List to meet production due dates. Negotiations on price and supply contracts Optimisation of purchasing in terms of cost saving opportunities Support pre-sales activity with estimated cost and delivery timescales Develop professional relationships with suppliers to continuously improve costs and supply continuity. Manage supplier deviations in respect to delivery and quality Identify new sourcing relationships to deliver enhanced business performance, stability and in support of business growth plans. Work with the Operations Director to identify and manage Supply Chain risks Person Specification of the Senior Technical Buyer: Experience in the procurement of low volume Castings in Ductile Iron, Aluminum Bronze, Stainless Steels and associated machining. Knowledge of patterns again highly desirable. Technical/manufacturing background with an understanding of BoMs, Material Specifications and experience of reading and interpreting technical drawings. Well versed in traditional and modern Manufacturing processes Strong negotiating skills Commercial astute with familiarity of contract law Must have experience in MRP/ERP Systems and demand-based procurement. This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement or supply chain as a senior buyer, technical buyer, category manager, commodity manager or buyer, project buyer or NPI buyer

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Purchasing Assistant

£25-30k

Kidlington

A fantastic opportunity for a Purchasing Assistant to join an innovative Automotive Manufacturer based in Oxfordshire. The salary is between £25,000 to £30,000 and offers great benefits and provides a flexible and fun working environment! If you work in a support role in Purchasing or within Supply Chain and want to join a company who will help grow and develop you throughout your Purchasing career, then this is perfect for you! Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement and ideally would have been a Junior Buyer, Purchasing Administrator or an Assistant Buyer. Role responsibilities of the Purchasing Assistant are: Order coordination and logging information Raising purchase orders MRP/ERM system use Supplier communication. You will be speaking to suppliers daily, answering queries, chasing orders and developing good relationships Supporting the purchasing team in all activities Person Specification of the Purchasing Assistant: Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement or supply chain. IT literate Microsoft Office Suite Work within strict deadlines to complete & prioritise allocated tasks with minimal supervision Ability to work under pressure This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a junior buyer, procurement and supply chain administration, assistant buyer, purchasing assistant.

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Assistant Purchasing Manager

Up to 34k

Gloucester

I have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional to join a growing and fast paced manufacturing company in Gloucestershire. The salary is circa £32,000 and the role will involve the management of a Purchasing team. This role would be excellent for someone who is looking for the next step in their career, who want a hands-on Purchasing role. The role would suit a Senior Buyer, Category or Commodity Buyer, Purchasing Manager or a Buyer and are ideally looking for someone who has come from a Manufacturing/Engineering Industry background. Role responsibilities of the Assistant Purchasing Manager are: Benchmarking Supplier price performance against potential new suppliers in the market Building relationships with suppliers including negotiations on the issues of prices, contributions, quality, service and other support issues. Dealing with and resolving day-to-day queries/problems both internal and external relating to the vendor base and supply chain. New vendor sourcing, evaluation and selection Overseeing and managing purchasing budgets KPI Owner for the Department, driving performance through continuous improvement Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy Effectively manage product transfers and time bound NPI programmes Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials. Prepare bid awards requiring board approval Leading and managing a small team, including the recruitment of new team members and supporting personal and professional development Person Specification of the Assistant Purchasing Manager: Strong experience in Purchasing CIPS (working towards or fully qualified) Manufacturing and Engineering experience Microsoft Office and strong IT skills This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within purchasing or procurement as a Senior Buyer, Buyer, Category or Commodity Buyer, Procurement Manager, Purchasing Manager.

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Senior Buyer

Up to £35k

Hereford

I have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Buyer to join a growing Engineering company in Herefordshire. The role is looking for someone who has good experience as a Buyer or a Senior Buyer who would want a Strategic Purchasing role with a ‘cost down’ focus. The company offers a good benefits package, and a friendly working environment with scope for this role to grow as the company grows. This role would be best suited to you if you come from a Purchasing or Procurement Background as a Buyer or Senior Buyer. Role Responsibilities of the Senior Buyer: Keep material spend in line with company budgets. Monitor cost increases and ensure all products are sourced in line with cost targets. Managing tenders. Drive cost savings and classifying areas of material spend. Mitigate supplier risk. Management of Supplier performance. Handling all supplier complaints. Sourcing of new suppliers and components and setting up new accounts. Personal Specification of the Senior Buyer: Previous experience in Procurement and Purchasing is essential Strong computer literacy (Excel) Negotiation experience This role will be well suited if you have experience in Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager or Sole Buyer.

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Material Controller

£30000 - £33000 per annum

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Material Controller - Northampton - £30,000 Butler Ross have an exciting 'hands on' opportunity to work in a fast-paced Manufacturing company as a Material Controller. This crucial role will be paramount in making sure that parts arrive in time for Production and delivery! This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within Material Planning, Material Control, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Stock Control, Stock Management, Production Control, Production Planning or Expediting. Role responsibilities of the Material Controller include: Ensure prompt and accurate deliveries from suppliers and chasing when required Manage and maintain the MRP system with accurate part details Continuous improvement and vendor relationship management/development Plan short solutions to component availability issues Maintain adequate parts coverage, whilst minimizing stock To manage both MRP and JIT generated orders Ensure component availability to the production plan Person Specification of the Material Controller include: Experience with MRP Systems Strong Excel skills Experience in Expediting, Material Control or production Planning would be essential Experience in a JIT manufacturing environment Salary Circa £30,000 This role will be well suited to you if you have held a role within Material Planning, Material Control, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Stock Control, Stock Management, Production Control, Production Planning or Expediting. Should you not hear anything from us regarding your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful! Please don't get disheartened and please keep checking the Butler Ross website for any other opportunities. All our live jobs are listed on our website.

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Production Controller

£25000 - £30000 per annum

Horsham, West Sussex

A fantastic opportunity to join a leading manufacturer near Horsham as their Production Controller. This vacancy, offering an excellent competitive salary, is looking for experience with demand planning, supply chain coordination and production control and to be responsible for the manufacturing work schedules. This exciting position will offer candidates strong support with developing a career by providing commitment and solutions ensuring progression is accelerated and furthering your career. The most ideal candidate will be able to show experience with allocating and issuing materials to the production as per works order and monitoring inventory levels, raising shortages with the supply chain teams. The Key Responsibilities of the Production Planner: Creating and completing work orders efficiently so at to meet on time delivery with all customer orders Allocate materials requirement against the work orders and issue the stock to production Monitor inventory and stock levels against demands communicating with the supply chain team to avoid product shortages Be responsible for raising any manufacturing future risks with management Update production time of products to meet customer demands weekly showing the units due per product vs the production capacity Participate in weekly meetings reviewing orders receive and departmental performance against set targets Manage the Scrap reporting and analysis of results Contribute to the sites operational and strategic initiatives The Key Requirements of the Production Planner Previous experience in a manufacturing environment Ability to read Technical Drawings Previously worked in a Production Controller, Supply Chain Planner, Material or Inventory Scheduler or Demand Planner position IT Literate including proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook Excellent communication skills This role would suit someone with experience of Manufacturing, Engineering, Production, Demand, Supply Chain, Materials, Inventory, Stock, Master Scheduler.

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Supply Chain Co-ordinator - 6-12 Month FTC

Up to £16.76 per hour

Witney, Oxfordshire

SUPPLY CHAIN CO-ORDINATOR - WHITNEY 6 - 12 Month FTC I have an urgent opportunity for someone to join a busy manufacturing company on a fixed-term basis whilst the current role holder runs a project. This role has been forecasted to last 6 months, however could roll on an additional 3 months at a time to a maximum of 12 months. I need someone who comes from a similar background as you will need to hit the ground running in this role, and ideally will need a background in Supply Chain Planning or Material Control. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Co-ordinator: To manage the material portfolio within industry constraints to achieve stock turn target Demand forecasting and placing purchase orders. Inbound planning activities including weekly supplier delivery scheduling. Working closely with suppliers and building strong working relationships. Carry out daily progress checks for parts and report any issues Expedite material deliveries Coordinate timely supply of materials to build products for customer requested dates. Report supplier performance and support vendor rating system Personal Specification of the Production & Capacity Planner: Experienced working within a Materials Management/Supply Chain team Understanding of ERP / MRP systems application and development Microsoft Office skills: Word, Outlook and Excel Experience working within a TS / IATF 16949 environment Salary £34,000 PA (£16.76ph) Working Hours & Benefits: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday to Thursday / 8:30 - 1:00 Friday 25 Days Holiday Pension This role would suit a Supply Chain Controller, Supply Chain Coordinator, Material Planner, Material Scheduler or Material Controller. Should you not hear anything from your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful, and unfortunately It will be impossible to update everyone at application stage due to the high volumes of applicants we get! Please don't get disheartened and please do keep checking our website for any other opportunities!

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Material Controller

£28000 - £31000 per annum + Company Benefits

Leicester, Leicestershire

Material Controller - Leicester Do you have Inventory Planning, Material Management and MRP skills, and want more autonomy in your role? Then this opportunity would be perfect for you. I have teamed up with a leading manufacturer in Leicester, who are looking for a Material Specialist to be responsible for all planning and scheduling and overseeing all material flow in the business. For the right person, this role will have scope to grow and develop. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Supplier Relationship Management, MRP and Materials Scheduling, Management of Purchase Orders, Expediting Deliveries, and Inventory Management. The role would be perfect for someone who is currently a Material Controller, Material Planner or Material Scheduler, Inventory Planner or Inventory Controller. Responsibilities of the Material Controller: To use MRP to determine the material requirements of the Production Plan. Verify demand data and to order material accordingly. Escalate any issues where demand data is not understandable, for clarification and in case of a supplier not able to meet the requirements. Monitor end-to-end inventory levels. Regulate inventory levels for raw materials, intermediate and finished goods, in accordance with safety stocks policy. Anticipate product cycle and avoid the generation of obsolete stocks. Help prepare information for the business's score cards. Hold regular business review meetings with Suppliers. Manage forecast information with Suppliers. Manage Quality problems with Suppliers. Consignment Stock Agreements. Supplier Delivery Performance. Sub-Contact Process. Person specification of the Material Controller: Experience Scheduling and Inventory Control in vertically integrated environment. Sound knowledge of Supply Chain processes and procedures: scheduling, demand and replenishment processes. Understanding of cost control. Experience using MRP / ERP systems, especially Advanced Scheduling Systems. Strong negotiation skills. Proficiency in Office: expert in Excel and Access. Salary 28 - 31k The role would be perfect for someone who is currently a Material Controller, Material Planner or Material Scheduler, Inventory Planner or Inventory Controller.

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Material Planner/Buyer

£26000 - £30000 per annum

Cradley Heath, West Midlands

Material Planner/Buyer - Cradley Heath Fantastic opportunity in the Aerospace industry, for a Material Planner/Buyer to join a fun and dynamic team in a growing company! The Role holder will be responsible for the planning and control the movement of bought in components, and to support the continuous flow and delivery of products to the customer at the highest quality and lowest total cost. This role would be a good opportunity for either someone who is looking for a step up in responsibilities, or for someone already in this role looking for a new challenge! Role Responsibilities of the Material Planner/Buyer Work closely with the Account Management team to assess the forecast requirements of the customer and plan materials accordingly to fulfil the service obligations of the contracts. Understand any urgent requirements and take proactive responsibility for resolving with the supplier base. Purchase & reschedule materials according to forecast demands Launch procurement at the start of a new contract and manage the schedule to ensure materials are available in line with customer expectations. Maintain periodic orderbook reviews to ensure alignment of dates and requirements. Expedite deliveries where necessary to meet customer requirements. Optimise inventory levels across the European & India warehouses to support excellent levels customer service whilst balancing the cash flow demands of the business. Work closely with suppliers to manage scheduled & close out any gaps in contract supply whilst maintaining wherever possible business margins. Ad hoc sourcing of materials & procurement to obtain the best price Creation of new item masters in the business system; maintain accurate system data i.e. preferred suppliers, lead times, economical order quantities. Personal Specification of the Material Planner/Buyer Intermediate MS Excel skills essential Knowledge and demonstrated experience in working with MRP / DRR systems Experience with sales & purchase order processing, materials planning and inventory management. Ability to work under pressure Excellent communication & organisational skills Experience gained within distribution planning will be desirable Salary £26,000 - £30,000 This role will be well suited if you have experience in Purchasing or Procurement as a Buyer, Junior Buyer, Assistant Buyer, or in Material and Inventory Management as a Stock Controller, Inventory Controller or Material Controller.

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Material Controller

Up to £34k

South East London

A fantastic opportunity for a Material Planner / Buyer to join a leading manufacturing company based in South East London, with an extremely competitive salary in excess of £32,000. The Procurement position has been created due to recent business growth and acquisitions. The Scheduler/Buyer will sit within the Operations team, reporting into the Materials Manager. Candidates will have previous experience of Planning and working within a fast moving, forward thinking manufacturing company. Role Responsibilities for the Buyer/Scheduler include: Prioritising material through goods in, stores, dispatch and purchasing. Working closely with the Purchasing team on stock availability. Control and maintain the master schedule in line with availability and capacity. Maintain MRP Systems Forecast and planning activities working with Operations. Managing and controlling external supplies Negotiation, ensuring all materials are bought at best price, quality and delivery times.​ Person specification of the Scheduler/Buyer: In depth knowledge working within a fast paced, manufacturing environment. Excellent MRP System experience Driven to deliver and a skilled influencer. Credible and knowledgeable, courage to speak with and challenge. The role would suit you if you have held a role within Procurement or Purchasing as a Senior Buyer, Buyer, Master Scheduler, Production controller, Material Scheduler, Production Planner, Stock Planner or Supply Chain Planner.

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Production Planner

Circa £35000

Coventry

I am currently working for a global engineering company who are looking for an experienced Production Planner to join their supply chain team in their Coventry site! They are a fantastic company to work for and offer great benefits with flexible working hours as well as this being a very busy and challenging role! This role would be best suited for someone who has worked as a Production Planner or a Production Scheduler. Role responsibilities of the Production Planner: Review order proposals for Production Planning and releasing Evaluating order priority Evaluating capacity, materials, batch quantity and lead-times Review and maintain production work centre schedules Ensuring capacity constraints are updated Balancing order loading Ensure the delivery dates are accurate and regularly reviewed Expedite overdue manufacturing orders, articles and materials Liaise with customer service and Production to ensure high customer satisfaction. Continually review stock levels with regards to safety stock levels, Keep up to date with product revision changes and Obsolescence Continually update Data onto internal IT system Personal Specification of the Production Planning Production Planning and production Scheduling is essential Engineering industry experience or background Experience and awareness of the wider Supply Chain Excellent IT Skills, specifically Excel Experience with MRP and ERP Systems This role would be best suited to a Production Planner or a Production Scheduler.

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Material Controller

Up to £31k

Leicester

Do you have Inventory Planning, Material Management and MRP skills, and want more autonomy in your role? Then this opportunity would be perfect for you. I have teamed up with a leading manufacturer in Leicester, who are looking for a Material Specialist to be responsible for all planning and scheduling and overseeing all material flow in the business. For the right person, this role will have scope to grow and develop. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Supplier Relationship Management, MRP and Materials Scheduling, Management of Purchase Orders, Expediting Deliveries, and Inventory Management. The role would be perfect for someone who is currently a Material Controller, Material Planner or Material Scheduler, Inventory Planner or Inventory Controller. Responsibilities of the Material Controller: To use MRP to determine the material requirements of the Production Plan. Verify demand data and to order material accordingly. Escalate any issues where demand data is not understandable, for clarification and in case of a supplier not able to meet the requirements. Monitor end-to-end inventory levels. Regulate inventory levels for raw materials, intermediate and finished goods, in accordance with safety stocks policy. Anticipate product cycle and avoid the generation of obsolete stocks. Help prepare information for the business’s score cards. Hold regular business review meetings with Suppliers. Manage forecast information with Suppliers. Manage Quality problems with Suppliers. Consignment Stock Agreements. Supplier Delivery Performance. Sub-Contact Process. Person specification of the Material Controller: Experience Scheduling and Inventory Control in vertically integrated environment. Sound knowledge of Supply Chain processes and procedures: scheduling, demand and replenishment processes. Understanding of cost control. Strong negotiation skills. Proficiency in Office: expert in Excel and Access. Experience using MRP / ERP systems, especially Advanced Scheduling Systems. The role would be perfect for someone who is currently a Material Controller, Material Planner or Material Scheduler, Inventory Planner or Inventory Controller.

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Shipping Administrator

£20000 - £25000 per annum

Alton, Hampshire

An opportunity for a Shipping Coordinator to join a large distribution company, based near Alton, with salary circa £25k dependant on experience. This shipping position has been created due to recent growth and will sit within the core logistics team focusing on key Freight, Shipping, Transport, Export and Import activities. As a Shipping Controller you will be involved in being an adviser for all departments for shipping equipment for the UK and to provide the administration for the global shipping departments. Responsibilities of the Shipping Co-ordinator; Providing shipping instructions / assistance and dispatch paperwork to Global shipping departments. Co-coordinating all packing and freight transport, Liaising with sub contract companies to ensure accurate and timely delivery to customer's requirements Completing shipping certificates / documentation and detailed shipment records. Signing off freight / packing invoices - Querying any invoices which are incorrect. Controlling all imports into the UK by providing customs clearance instructions to the necessary clearance agent within a small time frame to minimise storage costs. Controlling hire and demo equipment in conjunction with the internal sales, marketing and service teams, using Lotus notes / stock movement forms. Arranging the dispatch, paperwork and collection of all UK Hire / demos / loans and exhibitions Invoice generation and administration Correlation and creation of monthly shipping spreadsheet (Excel) to enable Weekly / Monthly invoicing and dispatch paperwork (of multiple build sites) in accordance with EU customs procedures, inc. specialist documentary requirements. Key requirements of the Shipping Co-ordinator Previous experience of working within a shipping role Knowledge of Export and Import legislation Proven capability using Microsoft Office, in particular Excel Self-motivated and results driven High level of attention for detail Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to problem solve and good numerical skills This role will suit somebody with previous experience of: Import, Shipping, Logistics, Export, Transportation, or Freight Forwarding.

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Warehouse Team Leader

Up to £35k

Guildford

A great new opportunity for a driven Logistics professional to join a leading Manufacturing organisation as a Warehouse Team Leader. Responsibilities of the Warehouse Team Leader; Implement and maintain warehouse processes and procedures. Ensure all Health & Safety requirements are being fully implemented. Provide weekly and monthly KPI’s to demonstrate process control and compliance. Lead and develop team members. Ensure standards of productivity, quality and accuracy are consistently maintained. Develop new initiatives to improve operational efficiency. Attend daily material shortage meetings. Record and control the release of kitted materials and returns. Identify and implement cost saving opportunities. Personal Specification for the Warehouse Team Leader; Experience in a Warehouse / Stores supervisory role is essential. Experience of working within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Lean manufacturing. Good working knowledge of MRP / ERP. Experience of leading a team. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical skills. Self-Motivated and enthusiastic. This role would also suit you if you have held any of the following positions; Stores Team Leader, Stores Supervisor, Warehouse Supervisor, Warehouse Manager, Distribution Manager, Logistics Shift Manager.

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Shipping Coordinato

Up to £30k

Basingstoke

A fantastic new opportunity for a driven Logistics professional with Export experience, to join a busy organisation as a Shipping Coordinator. Key Responsibilities of the Shipping Coordinator; Manage all order entry activities for global operations. Work with logistics partners to ensure shipments have proper documentation for shipping and customs clearance. Manage the day-to-day sales cycle for customers. Manages customer accounts and ensure timely acknowledgement of customer orders. Ensure resolution of credit maintenance. Ensure compliance with customers’ Letters of Credit. Identify and escalate any issues likely impact upon agreed delivery dates. Identify technical issues, ensuring they are resolved appropriately. Support during tender and contract process Provides financial and commercial information, including sales volumes, profitability, credit management and budget Personal Specification of the Shipping Coordinator; Experience of Shipping and documentation including Letters of Credit. Knowledge of Incoterms. Proven Administration experience. Excellent communication skills. Excellent IT skills including Excel. The ability to work under pressure. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Driven and flexible attitude. Enthusiastic and ability to work effectively as part of a team. This role would also suit you if you have held a role within Customer Service, Logistics, Shipping, Import or Export.

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Procurement and Contracts Specialist

Up to £35000 per annum

High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

Procurement and Contracts Procurement Specialist Full Time Permanent £35,000k A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement and Contracts specialist to join an organisation just outside of High Wycombe. This position has been created due to continued growth within the team and due to additional workload following on from some recent projects within the team. Due to the nature of the role prior experience within the public sector is desirable however an understanding of EU contracts is essential as the successful candidate will be responsible for providing key support to the Procurement Team with regards to management and renewal of contracts. Role responsibilities of the Procurement and Contracts Officer will include: Work on and deliver procurement projects for the organisation in order to maximise value for money. Develop quotation and tender documentation in line with requirements Project manage procurement projects from start to finish ensuring all terms are signed with suppliers. Manage the process of tender documentation and coordinate responses to enquiries Lead on the evaluation and appraisal of bids ensuring all measures are considered. Manage and oversea contract spend so that cost saving opportunities can be identified and actioned. Implement and develop audit systems in order to monitor contractor performance taking action when necessary. Participate in the negotiation of contract extension and variation to contracts Maintain up to date knowledge of the market you are responsible for identifying threats and new opportunities. Build effective relationships with key stakeholders within the business reflecting key values within the business. Provide a flexible approach and respond to changing demands of customers and the business Person Specification of the Procurement and Contracts Officer: A good understanding of Procurement and Contract management within the public sector Ability to articulate and demonstrate Strong Negotiation skills An understanding of EU procurement rules and procedures Good IT skills This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, high performing procurement team in a modern office environment. Depending on experience this Procurement Contracts Specialist role could suit somebody working as a Procurement Officer, Contracts Officer or Commercial Officer.

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Contract Specialist

£250 - £300 per day

London, England

Butler Ross are recruiting an interim Contract Specialist role on behalf of a global FTSE100 firm. This role, which is based in Central London, is to manage the ongoing implementation of their contract management tool within the group. Although a strong appreciation of procurement systems is beneficial, this is not a technical systems implementation role. Our client is actually looking for an individual who can demonstrate the strong senior stakeholder management, presentation and project management skills required to guide group companies through the implementation of the new tool. This will include highlighting what advantages the system will bring, what's required of them throughout the implementation, how to maximise the efficiency of the tool and also what its limitations are. This interim role could suit someone with experience of working in a Supplier Relationship Manager, Contracts Specialist, Contract Manager, Contracts Manager or Vendor Manager

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Procurement Manager

£35000 - £47000 per annum

Birmingham, West Midlands

Procurement Manager, Birmingham Upto £47,000 + 15% Flex Fund (Can be taken as cash) Healthcare, Pension A fantastic opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join a major organisation in central Birmingham (close to the train station). This position has been created due to continued grow within the business and will offer excellent progression opportunities, you will also be responsible for an Assistant Procurement Manager who will report in to this post. Due to the nature of the roles prior experience with OJEU public contract regulations is essential as the successful candidate will be required to run full end to end tenders across indirect procurement categories e.g. Professional Services, Stationery, Marketing & IT. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Manager will include: Advise on EU and UK procurement legislation and developments, applicable government policies and procurement routes Develop effective and appropriate procurement strategies that support value for money. Coordinating production of invitation to tender documents, instructions, evaluation plans and reports Facilitate and maintain key stakeholder relationships with existing and potential suppliers Ensure continuous improvement in the procurement processes and procedures Develop and maintain a plan of all procurement activity to meet business needs and advise on resources that are required. Implement procurement procedures in line with business requirements Person Specification of the Buyer: Strong stakeholder engagement experience Confident understanding around EU and UK procurement legislation Previous experience in a purchasing or procurement or Buyer role within a public sector This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, high performing, corporate services procurement team in a modern office environment. Depending on experience this Procurement Manager role could suit somebody working in a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Senior Buyer, Purchasing Manager, Category Manager, Sourcing Manager or similar role.

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Contracts Manager

£30000 - £45500 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Birmingham, West Midlands

Contracts Manager , Birmingham Up to £45,000 A fantastic opportunity for a Contracts Manager to join a major organisation in central Birmingham (close to the train station). This Contract Manager position has been created due to continued growth within the business and will offer excellent progression opportunities. Due to the nature of the role prior experience with NEC3 contracts is desirable as the successful candidate will be responsible for providing key support to the Senior Contract Managers. Role responsibilities of the Contracts Manager will include: Providing support to the Senior Contracts Managers in administration of all contracts within the portfolio Assist in the drafting of contract changes Support the process of change requests through the organisations governance structure. Capture the contract risk registers ensuring early warning is detected. Liaise with Stakeholders with respect to contract matters relating to spend and performance reporting Contribute to the development of key performance indicators during procurement phase Administer contracts Assist in ensuring value for money at each stage of the contract Person Specification of the Contracts Manager: Knowledge of contract administration of contracts Ability to articulate and demonstrate Strong Negotiation skills Knowledge of EU and UK Procurement legislation is essential This is an excellent opportunity to work in a friendly, high performing, corporate services procurement team in a modern office environment with excellent benefits and the potential for sponsored CIPS study This role will suit candidates who have held positions such as: Contracts Manager, Sub Contracts Manager, Contracts Officer, Commercial Officer or Commercial Manager.

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Senior Commercial Officer

Up to £38k

Bristol

A fantastic opportunity for a Commercial professional to join a leading organisation as a Senior Commercial Officer, to be responsible for providing commercial support to ensure the business interests of the Company are optimised. Job Responsibilities of the Senior Commercial Officer; Provide support and guidance to the business regarding contractual terms and conditions and other commercial issues and risks. Completion of commercial tendering and approval processes. Assist and assure the Project Management function with respect to contract management. Provide general management and contractual information. Ensure commercial administration is kept up to date. Ensure that all policies and procedures are followed and improved where necessary. Lead and support commercial discussions and negotiations with internal and external customers. Person Specification of the Senior Commercial Officer; Degree qualified or equivalent. Additional professional qualifications would be an advantage. Proven Commercial Contracts experience. Knowledge of Contract Terms & Conditions and Contract Risk. Strong communication and negotiation skills. Strong commercial acumen. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within the business. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Commercial Officer, Contracts Manager, Senior Contracts Administrator, Assistant Commercial Manager, Contracts Officer and Commercial Manager.

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Interim Contract Manager

£400 per day

Birmingham

£400p.day PAYE or Umbrella. Not limited company as inside IR35. 6 Month Assignment Birmingham Butler Ross are currently recruiting an interim Contract Manager role on behalf of a client based in Birmingham. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a widely renowned company on an interim assignment which is likely to run for at least 6 months. As a Contracts Manager your role will be to assist the Senior Contract Manager with the management of a significant portfolio of corporate contracts. These will include contracts for FM, HR, Marketing, Professional Services, IT, Corporate Services, Stationery etc. General responsibilities within the role include drafting documents, preparing compliance checks, monitoring supplier performance, achieving value for money and calculating warranty payments/service credits. This role would suit an experienced Commercial Officer, Contract Officer, Contracts Officer, Contract Manager, Contracts Manager, Contract Specialist, Contracts Specialist or Commercial Manager.

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Graduate Contracts Officer

£26k

Bristol

Butler Ross have a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Contracts Officer to join a Bristol Based Defense company. The salary is up to £26,000 as well as an excellent benefits package. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate with a relevant degree in Law, or a recent Graduate in Business or Procurement & Supply chain Management. This role may also be suitable for someone who is currently working in a Junior Contracts role. Role responsibilities of the Graduate Contracts Officer: Preparation of commercial quotations and proposals including pricing to meet customer requirements Support in the administration of Contracts and Agreements to maximise profitability, minimise exposure to risk and ensure timely achievement of project objectives. Preparation and drafting of contract negotiations of contracts and agreements with customers which include acceptable terms, price, payment plans to meet business objectives Preparation and administration of contract changes and positively contribute to resulting negotiations Assessment and response to Request For Quotations ensuring risk mitigation and value for money is achieved and suits the customer’s needs Ensuring contract/purchase order cover is received, checked and acknowledged in a timely manner Liaison with the project team to ensure that information is released in a timely manner to the customers Person Specification of the Graduate Contracts Officer: Understanding of project cash flow & financial forecasting Good business acumen Degree in Law or Business or Supply Chain Strong IT skills This role will be well suited to you if you are a Law Graduate, a Business Graduate or a Procurement & Supply Chain graduate or a Contracts Officer

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Supply Planner

£28000 - £35000 per annum

Farnham, Surrey

An excellent opportunity for a dynamic supply chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Supply Planner. This position will work within the Supply Chain team, to manage the order placement process and effectively manage the supply process. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Planner; Support the Planning Manager to improve forecast accuracy. Understand the inventory parameters and settings which drive purchase order requirements. Manage the purchase order process including; Placement of orders in line with forecast. Ensure lead-times are adhered to Expedite purchase orders Manage and maintain SAP product master data. Measure and report variances in supplier performance. Work collaboratively with other business areas to support the introduction of new products. Personal Specification of the Supply Planner; Degree qualified or equivalent. Supply Chain / Inventory Management experience. Experience within a Manufacturing or Distribution environment. Good working knowledge of SAP/ MRP. Intermediate / Advanced Excel. Strong communication and relationship building skills. Ability to operate well in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Team player, focussed on total company delivery. This role would be suitable for you if you have held any of the following roles; Supply Chain Planner, Supply Planner, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Customer Service Coordinator or Supply Chain Analyst.

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Supplier Relationship Manager

£40000 - £45000 per annum

Gatwick, West Sussex

An excellent opportunity for a Supplier Relationship Manager who has a passion for building and developing supplier relationships. This role is working for a rapidly growing business, will involve over 60% travel across Europe and opportunity to be home based when needed - Head Office is based in Christchurch. Excellent salary paying up to £45k. As a Supplier Relationship Manager, you will be working closely with manufacturing sites across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities for the Supplier Relationship Manager: Visit suppliers on a regular basis, developing strong relationships. Digesting supplier feedback, complaints and any queries. Actively sourcing and engaging with new and key suppliers across both the UK and Europe. Negotiation of contracts with any key manufacturing partners, ensuring price and terms are in line with policy. Working closely with the commercial and supply chain team, advising on 'how to' avoid costs and inefficiencies Assist on any supplier issues, monitoring KPI's closely. Key Requirements for the Supplier Relationship Manager: Previous experience working within either FMCG or Manufacturing Supply Chain Excellent sourcing abilities across new suppliers, products and sites. Strong communication skills, ability to build strong relationships. Manufacturing Regulations Understanding, with a genuine passion for the industry. As this role is over 60% travel, living close to a airport is desirable to reduce travel time to and from flights. This role would suit someone with experience as; Supplier Manager, Supplier Relationship Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Senior Buyer, Category Manager.

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Supplier Relationship Manager

£40000 - £45000 per annum

Christchurch, Dorset

An excellent opportunity for a Supplier Relationship Manager who has a passion for building and developing supplier relationships. This role is working for a rapidly growing business, based near Christchurch paying an excellent salary of up to £45k. As a Supplier Relationship Manager, you will be working closely with manufacturing sites across the UK and Europe. Responsibilities for the Supplier Relationship Manager: Visit suppliers on a regular basis, developing strong relationships. Digesting supplier feedback, complaints and any queries. Actively sourcing and engaging with new and key suppliers across both the UK and Europe. Negotiation of contracts with any key manufacturing partners, ensuring price and terms are in line with policy. Working closely with the commercial and supply chain team, advising on 'how to' avoid costs and inefficiencies Assist on any supplier issues, monitoring KPI's closely. Key Requirements for the Supplier Relationship Manager: Previous experience working within either FMCG or Manufacturing Supply Chain Excellent sourcing abilities across new suppliers, products and sites. Strong communication skills, ability to build strong relationships. Manufacturing Regulations Understanding, with a genuine passion for the industry. This role would suit someone with experience as; Supplier Manager, Supplier Relationship Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Senior Buyer, Category Manager.

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Supply Planning Executive

£35000 - £45000 per annum

Portsmouth, Hampshire

A fantastic new opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain professional to join a leading manufacturing organisation to own Supply Chain Planning and to ensure the right inventory levels at every stage of manufacture are in place to meet the needs of the customer. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Planning Executive; Preparing accurate demand forecasts for all products with a horizon of 18 months. Collect demand inputs from Sales and Marketing and forecast their impacts on demand. Work with various cross functional teams on projects such as new product launches, line extensions, product discontinuations Monitoring and maintaining the accuracy of the planning parameters and master data. Preparing and presenting monthly inventory reports. Setting planning rules, Kanban levels and Safety stock targets. Developing and owning company SI&OP process. Participate in various projects with the aim of improving the forecasting process. Personal Specification of the Supply Planning Executive; Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning and Inventory Management experience. Experience within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Knowledge of Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SI&OP) Strong communication and negotiation skills. Project Management experience would be an advantage. Excellent IT skills including Intermediate Excel skills. Good working knowledge of MRP / ERP systems. Ability to effectively prioritise workload. Ability to work well on own initiative and as part of a team. This role would also suit you if you have held any of the following roles; Demand Planner, Supply Planner, Materials Planner, Inventory Planner, Material Controller, SIOP, SI&OP, S&OP, Demand Manager, Supply Planning Manager.

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Supply Chain Co-ordinator - 6-12 Month FTC

Up to £16.76 per hour

Witney, Oxfordshire

SUPPLY CHAIN CO-ORDINATOR - WHITNEY 6 - 12 Month FTC I have an urgent opportunity for someone to join a busy manufacturing company on a fixed-term basis whilst the current role holder runs a project. This role has been forecasted to last 6 months, however could roll on an additional 3 months at a time to a maximum of 12 months. I need someone who comes from a similar background as you will need to hit the ground running in this role, and ideally will need a background in Supply Chain Planning or Material Control. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Co-ordinator: To manage the material portfolio within industry constraints to achieve stock turn target Demand forecasting and placing purchase orders. Inbound planning activities including weekly supplier delivery scheduling. Working closely with suppliers and building strong working relationships. Carry out daily progress checks for parts and report any issues Expedite material deliveries Coordinate timely supply of materials to build products for customer requested dates. Report supplier performance and support vendor rating system Personal Specification of the Production & Capacity Planner: Experienced working within a Materials Management/Supply Chain team Understanding of ERP / MRP systems application and development Microsoft Office skills: Word, Outlook and Excel Experience working within a TS / IATF 16949 environment Salary £34,000 PA (£16.76ph) Working Hours & Benefits: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday to Thursday / 8:30 - 1:00 Friday 25 Days Holiday Pension This role would suit a Supply Chain Controller, Supply Chain Coordinator, Material Planner, Material Scheduler or Material Controller. Should you not hear anything from your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful, and unfortunately It will be impossible to update everyone at application stage due to the high volumes of applicants we get! Please don't get disheartened and please do keep checking our website for any other opportunities!

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Supplier Quality Engineer

£30000 - £38000 per annum

Crawley, West Sussex

A fantastic opportunity for a dynamic quality professional to join a leading Manufacturing organisation as a Supplier Quality Engineer. Specific Job Responsibilities of the Supplier Quality Engineer; Management of supplied material quality issues raised by the factory. Work with factory and suppliers to ensure problems are effectively resolved. Instigate and implement effective corrective and preventative actions. Continually aim to establish and implement activities which support the movement to a supplier quality regime which reduces the need for upstream inspection and testing activities. Plan, conduct and fully document first article inspections on new and updated parts to ensure compliance to the drawing specification. Work with suppliers, plan, conduct and document appropriate activities to assure the continued quality of parts. Take responsibility for closing identified supplier related NCR's in a sustainable and timely fashion. Manage supplied material quality issues raised by customers. Working with installed base and suppliers to ensure problems are effectively resolved and investigations are fully documented. Conduct approval and surveillance audits in line with the requirements of ISO9001 or ISO13485 and the Quality Agreement in place with the supplier. Carry out capability assessments of potential suppliers in response to Procurement strategy. Provide quality management support to supplier re-sourcing programs. Provide technical support to supplier re-sourcing programs. Help identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation plans for business continuity. Support and contribute to the supplier approvals process. Where appropriate, promote and drive the use of global best practice quality assurance tools used by suppliers. Where appropriate, write, issue, negotiate and agree supplier quality agreements. Personal Specification of the Supplier Quality Engineer; Degree qualified or equivalent. Proven Supplier Quality experience. Manufacturing / Engineering experience is essential. Lead Auditor Qualified. Ability to read technical drawings. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Excellent IT skills including MS Office. Flexibility to travel extensively to meet with suppliers. Full, clean driving licence. This role would suit an individual with previous experience in the following roles; Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer, Procurement Engineer, Supplier Development Engineer, Supplier Auditor.

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Production & Capacity Planner

Up to £30000 per annum

Herefordshire, England

Production & Capacity Planner - Hereford I have a Production Planning opportunity based in Hereford, for a fantastic client of mine who are in the Manufacturing Industry. The role is to plan, organise and co-ordinate production and to monitor and analyse capacity. This role would suit someone who has experience working in Production Control, Capacity Planning, or someone who has a background in Production Scheduling and Material Control. Key Responsibilities of the Production & Capacity Planner: Analyse component and finished parts requirements in the MRP system. Assess production requirements as per the inventory objectives. Develop and maintain weekly schedules, detailing production requirements, with regard to staffing levels, development work and maintenance. Adjust schedules to meet changing priorities. Inform all relevant departments of the production schedule. Analyse and report weekly on overdue and current order position, liaising closely with production departments and sales. Manage new product introduction through the manufacturing area. Provide cover within supply chain department for holidays/sickness etc Chair regular production meetings to assign priorities, understand tooling constraints and improve efficiency of the plan. Personal Specification of the Production & Capacity Planner: Strong MRP Experience is essential Experience in a manufacturing environment Proven experience in a Production Planning role Versatile and able to work in a fast paced and challenging environment Strong team player Salary: Up to £30,000 Working Hours & Benefits: 8:30 - 5:00 Monday to Thursday / 8:30 - 2:00 Friday 25 Days Holiday Health Cash Plan & Pension This role would suit a Production Scheduler, Production Planner, Production Controller, Capacity Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Supply Chain Controller, Supply Chain Coordinator, Material Planner, Material Scheduler or Material Controller. Should you not hear anything from your application within 14 days, this will mean your application was unsuccessful, and unfortunately It will be impossible to update everyone at application stage due to the high volumes of applicants we get! Please don't get disheartened and please do keep checking our website for any other opportunities.

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Production Planner

£30000 - £38000 per annum

Newbury, Berkshire

A great opportunity for an experienced Engineering professional to join a leading Manufacturing organisation as a Production Planner. Responsibilities of the Production Planner; Create routings based on requirements of material master. Manage the manufacturing processes for all components requiring operations by sub-contract operations. Obtain quotations for sub-contract operations on In-house routings. Planning and control of all 3rd party fabrication. Daily review of planned orders by release date. Identify components that require multi-operation routes and components requiring assembly routing. Monitor status of feeder materials. Create and release production orders in line with MRP date requirements. Daily review of Production Orders progress. Action exception messages and ensure complete confirmations. Personal Specification for the Production Planner; Mechanical Engineering Qualifications would be preferred. Production Planning & Scheduling experience is essential. Experience of working within a manufacturing environment. Good working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills. Ambitious and Self-Motivated. This role would be suitable if you have experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Materials Planner, Production Planner, Technical Planner, Factory Planner, Capacity Planner or Master Scheduler.

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Production Planner

£32000 - £38000 per annum

Sittingbourne, Kent

A great opportunity for a dynamic supply chain professional to join a growing organisation as a Production Planner. Responsibilities of the Production Planner; Produce a production schedule each week over the planning time fence horizon in SAP. Attend the daily meeting to ensure bulk and packaging requirements are being met and adjust the production schedule in SAP if changes are required. Identify potential problems that may impact internal or external customers and resolve. Generate the capacity profiles on a monthly basis and validate these with the Manufacturing Manager to ensure capacity parameters are maintained accurately. Provide Schedule Adherence and OTIF miss data where appropriate to facilitate the weekly performance review meetings. Release and prepare the manufacturing and packaging process orders and documentation where appropriate. Submit BOM change requests as required and where timelines for changes do not support customer requirements resolve directly. Maintain material master data views in SAP accurately for planning and scheduling. Update and maintain documented procedures and process maps. Provide input and support to continuous improvement efforts in production scheduling. Personal Specification for the Production Planner; Degree qualified within a relevant discipline. Production planning experience within a manufacturing environment. Good working knowledge of SAP. Excellent IT skills including Intermediate to advanced Excel. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills. Ability to work well as part of a team. Ambitious and Self-Motivated. This role would suit you if you have held any of the following roles; Master Scheduler, Master Planner, Production Planner, Production Controller, Production Scheduler, Capacity Planner, Resource Planner.

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Supply Chain Manager

£25000 - £35000 per annum

Christchurch, Dorset

A fantastic opportunity for a Supply Chain Manager to join a fast paced, vibrant business based in Christchurch with an excellent salary up to £33k for the right person. The Procurement position has been created due to business growth and recent acquisitions. The Supply Chain Manager will sit within a small Procurement Department, alongside coordinators, purchasing and stock. Key Responsibilities for the Supply Chain Manager: Ensure customer order demands are met via forecasting, stock manager and planning. Continual review of inventory projection and shipments Building and Maintaining strong supplier relationships Maintaining inventory levels and management of stock Overseeing sales orders to ensure OTIF Dealing with all purchase orders, adhering to lead times and suitable replenishment. Person Specification for the Procurement role: Previous experience of end to end supply chain Dealing with suppliers on an international level FMCG Supply Chain experience Understanding of ERP systems Self-motivated and driven to succeed with a keen eye for detail. This role would suit a Supply Chain Manager, Supply Chain Planner, Stock Manager, Customer Demand Manager, Inventory Manager and Procurement Planner.

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Supply Chain Analyst

Up to £35k

Basingstoke

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Supply Chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Supply Chain Analyst Key Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Analyst; To provide Planning analysis and support for all Planning activities throughout Supply Chain. Provide input to Tender management process and compile Weekly and Monthly Planning Reports and KPI Reports. Conduct continuous improvements and planning projects on behalf of the Planning Manager including Inventory Management. Conduct planning analysis across all factories to ensure optimal and efficient use of manufacturing assets. Provide regular analysis briefings to Supply Chain and stakeholders. Ensure that orders are planned and allocated into the factories in the most efficient and cost effective manner whilst maintaining customer requirements. Influence senior managers in driving manufacturing initiatives forward. Submit and update Weekly and Monthly Reports and KPI Reports as requested. Provide project support as required to the Planning Manager. Maintain and update capacity analysis tool (MPS) and support the S&OP manager. Responsible for the tracking of the Inventory and informing of key inventory management. Personal Specification for the Supply Chain Analyst; Experience within a Supply Chain role. Advanced working knowledge of Excel including VLookup and Pivot Tables is essential. Degree qualified or equivalent. Good working knowledge of Planning systems. Ability to prioritise a heavy workload and work to deadlines with a high level of accuracy. Strong organisational skills. Excellent communication skills. Strong analytical and planning skills. Ability to work well as part of a team or on own initiative. This role would suit an individual with experience in any of the following roles; Production Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Master Scheduler, Inventory Controller, Supply Chain Planner.

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Supply Planner

Up to £35k

Farnborough

An excellent opportunity for a dynamic supply chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Supply Planner. This position will work within the Supply Chain team, to manage the order placement process and effectively manage the supply process. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Planner; Support the Planning Manager to improve forecast accuracy. Understand the inventory parameters and settings which drive purchase order requirements. Manage the purchase order process including; Placement of orders in line with forecast. Ensure lead-times are adhered to Expedite purchase orders Manage and maintain SAP product master data. Measure and report variances in supplier performance. Work collaboratively with other business areas to support the introduction of new products. Personal Specification of the Supply Planner; Degree qualified or equivalent. Supply Chain / Inventory Management experience. Experience within a Manufacturing or Distribution environment. Good working knowledge of SAP/ MRP. Intermediate / Advanced Excel. Strong communication and relationship building skills. Ability to operate well in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated and enthusiastic. Team player, focussed on total company delivery. This role would be suitable for you if you have held any of the following roles; Supply Chain Planner, Supply Planner, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Customer Service Coordinator or Supply Chain Analyst.

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Supply Chain Planner

Up to £26k

Bournemouth

A fantastic opportunity for a dynamic Supply Chain professional to join a leading organisation as a Supply Chain Planner. Key Responsibilities of the Supply Chain Planner; Assist with the monthly forecast review and analyse historic demand and stock levels. Review forecasts with sales team on monthly basis. Have a full understanding of product lifecycle to aid forecasting. Ensure all new business forecasts are validated and acted upon quickly. Assist in identifying optimum Stock holdings. Raise all purchase orders/enquires with suppliers in a timely manner. Confirm all orders with suppliers within an agreed time frame. Assist in the review of slow and fast-moving lines. Assist in the production of weekly reports for assigned departments. Monitor critical paths of key products for launch ensuring any issues are highlighted. Review daily shipping exceptions and advise of actions ensuring awareness of any risk. Actively ensure all orders are delivered on time, working closely with logistics coordinators and suppliers. Ensure all Master Data issues are flagged to Purchasing. Personal Specification for the Supply Chain Planner; Experience in a supply chain or purchasing position. Retail or FMCG industry would be preferred. Advanced working knowledge of Excel. Experience of using an ERP / MRP system. Educated to A Level standard or equivalent. Ability to prioritise a heavy workload and work to deadlines with a high level of accuracy. Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work well as part of a team or on own initiative. This role would suit an individual with experience in any of the following roles; supply chain analyst, inventory controller, merchandiser, stock control analyst, demand planner or supply chain planner.

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Head of Supply Chain

Up to £60k

Eastleigh

A fantastic opportunity for a Head of Supply Chain to join a world leading manufacturing business based near Eastleigh with an excellent salary up to £60,000 + rewarding bonus and benefits. The Procurement position has been created due to business growth and recent acquisitions. The Head of Supply will be reporting into the CFO and management of a small team. Candidates will have previous experience within Supply Chain or Procurement and must come from a Manufacturing background due to the nature of the business. Role responsibilities of the Head of Supply Chain include: Develop an efficient supplier base, which supports growth of the business. Ensuring suppliers meeting demands of fast paced business, on time, quality cost and flexibility. Implementation and deployment of new business ERP Systems. Supply Relationship management, working with existing and identification of new suppliers. Contract negotiation ensuring all are set to business needs Management of small Procurement team. Work closely with engineers, stores, sales and productions developing effective business process. Person Specification for the Head of Supply Chain Previous experience working within Supply Chain for a fast-paced Manufacturing company. Knowledge and implementation experience of ERP Systems Commercial and strategic experience, whilst strong analytical capabilities. Lead Manufacturing & Six Sigma experience. Confident in own technical knowledge. This role would suit you if you have previous experience working within Manufacturing as a Supply Chain Manager, Head of Supply Chain, Head of Procurement, Procurement Manager.

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Supply Chain Manager

Up to £40k

Hastings

An excellent opportunity for a Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to join a Manufacturing company supplying products globally. This role is based in Hastings and is responsible for all Procurement and Supply Chain responsibilities across the board. Key Responsibilities for the Supply Chain Manager: Sourcing new suppliers within the best interest for the company Managing ongoing suppliers whilst negotiating and building trusting relationships Prepare, negotiate and sign contracts – Maintain current knowledge of English Contract Law Manage all areas of financial responsibilities, including budget setting Obtain most cost-effective supply for all materials and services. Insuring all materials are in place to meet schedules. Person Specification: Excellent negotiation skills Knowledge of English Contract Law – ability to apply it CIPS Qualified Ability to be able to deliver projects within an agreed specification, time scale and costs. Experienced within Manufacturing, managing supply chain, contract management and international purchasing This role would suit a Supply Chain Manager, Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Contract Manager.

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Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

£42k + Work Needs Car

Coventry

A unique opportunity has arisen to join an iconic manufacturing company based in Coventry, as a Supplier Quality engineer, offering £42,000 plus excellent company benefits. The company has fantastic growth plans, boasts modern offices and offers a great culture and working environment. This role would be best suited to someone who has come from a Supplier Quality background or has experience within Supplier Quality. The role of the Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer: Act as a lead on problem solving at suppliers based on issues raised during project builds and the part approval process. Support supplier process development activities and conduct supplier process audits. Approve supplied parts/processes using PPAP criteria including Process Capability, PFMEA, ISIR and capacity verification. To provide and update information required for Flawless Launch glide path metrics: APQP progress, Supplier Quality targets, Logistics plan, packaging plan and Concern tracking to feedback to Engineering. The person specification of the Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer: Extensive background of working with suppliers. A proven ability to be able to drive APQP/PPAP/8D problem solving/Process capability and Process Auditing. Established experience in an SQA role Exposure to supplier process experience Ability to analyse manufacturing processes and assess controls. Be analytical and decisive, with the ability to work autonomously at supplier sites where necessary. Strong communication/negotiation skills HNC (min) qualified or equivalent in a Mechanical/Manufacturing/Quality Engineering discipline. Must expect some travel to UK, European and Asia supplier base. This role would be best suited to someone who has a background in Supplier Quality

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