Purchasing And Inventory Controller

Thame, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

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Internal Job Title:

Purchasing & Inventory Controller

Business:

Lucy Electric

Location

: Thame, UK

Job Reference No:

4289

Job Purpose:



To maintain material Supply to support Engineering plans in Line with MRP To maintain inventory Levels in line with agreed plan and variations in usage To maintain pricing and Commercial agreements with Suppliers, Setting up new accounts Dealing with technical queries Stock taking and stores control

Business Overview:




Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

Key Accountabilities:




Purchasing

Establish new suppliers as required Maintain supply base in accordance with procedures Manage supplier performance in respect to Cost, Quality & Delivery Analyse product and supplier rationalisation opportunities Purchase non MRP items as required by requisition (including credit card payments) Assess Engineering components and determine correct supplier and process to meet project needs Create and maintain Project Purchasing spreadsheets


Materials Control

Ensure that purchase order coverage is maintained in line with MRP recommendation or specific requirement by purchase requisition Ensure Purchase Orders are acknowledged and re-dated in line with acknowledged dates Ensure Parts and materials are delivered in accordance with MRP recommendations or Purchase Order date Expedite parts and materials by exception as requirements dictate Develop as close working relationship with the Warehouse team, Project Planning Team Prototype and Design


Inventory

Maintain Inventory levels in line with agreed plans and authority levels Proactively review replenishment levels (safety stocks) Maintain Engineering consumables and PPE at required levels Identify and agree changes with line management Organise and locate parts in correct locations on delivery Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX) Maintain and update computer records Maintain data integrity and track accuracy (Stock holding, Lead-times, Pricing)


General

Manage and track import details on purchased items from shipment to delivery Manage regular exports of stock to overseas engineering departments Contribute to Engineering Project meetings with lead-times and costs Identify and suggest continuous improvement opportunities

Role Requirements:



Experience & Knowledge:

Understanding of the principles of Procurement and Materials management Working Knowledge of MRP Understanding of Engineering / Manufacturing processes Understanding of Engineering drawings


Skills:

Microsoft Excel Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX) Problem-solving


Qualifications

NVQ level 3 or above CIPS qualification


Behavioural Competencies

Good Communicator Analytical Works well within a manufacturing team environment

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3946520
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Thame, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned