Procurement Supply Chain Leader
Location: PL6 7BP, Plymouth
Why Join Us?
A career with my client means working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, growth-oriented, and rewarding culture. Here, you'll have the opportunity to influence the future of the company while leaving a lasting legacy in the process.
We're looking for individuals who can see the bigger picture-those who understand the human story that drives everything we do. If you have the imagination and determination to help shape the future, this is the place for you. At my client, you'll find a culture where you can learn, grow, thrive, and take satisfaction in making a positive impact on the world.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of purchasing activities, including raw and indirect materials and Plant Maintenance stores.
- Implement the site MRO strategy, reducing vendor numbers and enhancing supplier integration.
- Collaborate with production operations to manage supply chain process changes.
- Ensure supplier compliance with corporate procedures through regular audits and CAPA actions.
- Provide quarterly Material Forecasts and keep Finance updated on price changes affecting Purchase Price Variance (PPV).
- Act as the subject matter expert for departmental audits and supply chain-related issues.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and spearhead process improvements to maximise value for money.
- Manage compliance with HMRC Inward Processing and support Finance with customs data and audit requests.
About You
- Qualifications: Professional certifications such as MCIPS or equivalent are desirable.
- Experience: Extensive expertise in supply chain management within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Leadership: Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing and managing multi-disciplined teams.
- Relationship Management: Proven ability to manage supplier and customer relationships with measurable outcomes.
- Analytically Skills: Proficient in business analysis, process improvement, and organisational transformation.
- Technical Knowledge: Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
If this sounds like you, click "Apply" today! Call Danielle on 01489 336283
Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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