Procurement and Logistics Lead

Procurement and Logistics Lead

Port Talbot SA13

£33-37,000

Commutable from Port Talbot, Bridgend, Swansea, Neath, Briton Ferry, Maesteg, Porthcawl

Benefits:

• 25 Days + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Life Assurance cover
• Company sick pay
• Career progression opportunities
• Early finish on Friday

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business in a Procurement and Logistics Lead role. This business has a strong product range and has been an established employer in the local area. As a business, they place a large emphasis on continuous improvement, so the role would be well suited to a candidate with a similar mindset. The business provides superb training with a defined plan in place for each position they hire and would be well suited to an experienced procurement professional looking for a step into a senior role.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Create, deliver and monitor KPI's relating to cost, OTD, quality, service and continuity of supply.
• Prepare RFQs, manage tender processes, and ensure robust evaluation criteria are in place to select optimal suppliers.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers.
• Expedite purchased parts as and when required to support production requirements.
• Negotiate the most competitive prices from suppliers at the best possible terms and negotiate the most competitive Shipping Terms and Rates continually.
• Work with logistics operations to ensure incoming and outgoing shipments are cleared through customs, items are dispatched in a timely manner, assist with packing and shipping.
• Provide direct support to Supply Chain Manager to design and implement new processes.
• Develop our continuous improvement culture within our Supply Chain.

Requirements:

• Experience working in a manufacturing/engineering environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Supervisory experience is desirable for this role.
• Experience of working in a procurement role.

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy - on or by sending your CV directly to him at

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