Overview
MERITUS are recruiting for a Supply Officer to join our aviation client based in Belfast on an initial contract that runs until 17/11 with very likely extensions thereafter.
SUPPLY OFFICER - INSIDE IR35 - £29 PER HOUR - BELFAST - CONTRACT UNTIL 17/11 W/ LIKELY EXTENSION - SINGLE STAGE INTERVIEW PROCESS
A leading global aerospace manufacturing organisation is seeking a Supply Officer to join its Supply Chain Operations team supporting major aircraft production programmes.
This role is responsible for managing supplier delivery performance across a global supply base, ensuring materials and components are delivered in line with production schedules.
Working closely with Procurement, Quality and Manufacturing teams, the successful candidate will drive supplier performance, manage supply risks and ensure the continuity of supply to critical aerospace programmes.
Responsibilities
* Manage a portfolio of suppliers to ensure delivery performance meets operational requirements
* Monitor supplier delivery metrics and drive recovery actions where performance issues occur
* Control demand and forecast signals to suppliers in line with production schedules
* Manage order books and maintain accurate MRP master data within supply chain systems
* Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies
* Act as the primary operational interface for supplier-related queries from manufacturing teams
* Work cross-functionally with Procurement, Supply Chain Quality and Operations teams
* Participate in supplier working groups and recovery initiatives to resolve supply constraints
* Utilise digital tools and data analysis to support supply chain decision-making
* Contribute to ongoing supply chain transformation and digitalisation initiatives
Candidate Profile
We are looking for candidates with experience in manufacturing supply chain operations or supplier performance management.
Key experience includes:
* Experience working with MRP systems (SAP preferred) in a manufacturing environment
* Understanding of supplier performance management or supply chain operations
* Experience working with global suppliers or cross-border supply chains
* Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders across procurement, quality and operations teams
* Experience supporting supplier recovery or performance improvement activities
Additional Experience (Advantageous)
* Lean or continuous improvement exposure
* Project management experience
* Experience working in complex manufacturing environments such as aerospace, defence or automotive
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