Supply Chain Specialist

Location: Saffron Walden
Type: Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm
Salary: £Competitive
Job Reference: 36396

Polytec are looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our Saffron Walden based client. The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative business offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact within its supply chain operation.

Responsibilities:
- Manage and execute MRP processes, translating system recommendations into effective purchasing and replenishment plans
- Oversee the purchasing of components and bought-in goods, ensuring orders are placed, monitored and delivered on time
- Maintain accurate ERP data, including bills of materials, supplier details, lead times and stock parameters
- Monitor material availability, identify potential shortages and proactively manage supply chain risks
- Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms
- Identify and assess new suppliers and alternative sourcing opportunities to improve value and security of supply
- Monitor supplier performance, addressing delivery and quality issues and driving improvements where required
- Manage inventory levels, balancing material availability with cost control and working capital requirements
- Produce and report on key supply chain KPIs, providing insight into purchasing performance, stock levels and supplier delivery

Requirements:

- Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing, materials planning or supply chain within a manufacturing or assembly environment
- Strong practical experience of running MRP and converting system outputs into purchasing actions
- Experience using Oracle NetSuite would be preferred
- Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, bills of materials, inventory management and production planning
- Proven experience managing supplier relationships, negotiating terms and resolving supply issues
- Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and make informed decisions
- Experience of driving process improvements and managing projects through to completion
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently
- Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and wider Microsoft Office applications
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail

Desirable
- CIPS qualification at Level 4 or above, or a relevant degree

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed