About The Role
The Supply Chain Specialist is responsible for negotiating, implementing, and managing supplier agreements that strengthen the JFD supply chain. The role involves developing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to support the overall goals of the organization.
Your Key Responsibilities Will Also Include
1. Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
2. Manage supplier relationships, including evaluating and selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and monitoring supplier performance against those contracts.
3. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures, as well as relevant regulations and standards.
4. Monitor and evaluate the performance of procurement activities, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
5. Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth and efficient procurement operations.
6. Assist in the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.
7. Conduct regular audits of procurement processes and procedures to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
What Do You Need?
A solid grasp of procurement processes and tasks is essential, with strong experience in contract and commercial negotiation. The candidate should be skilled at analysis and presentation, with a fine-tuned attention to detail. Adept at problem-solving, responsible, organized, and methodical.
Proven ability to deal with key suppliers, build relationships, and communicate effectively is required. A CIPS qualification is desirable but not necessary.
Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations is crucial to ensure compliance and maintain a safe working environment. Understanding the tools and materials used in procurement helps in performing tasks efficiently. Experience in a related position is preferred.
Effective communication with the procurement team and other departments is essential, along with troubleshooting and resolving issues. Flexibility to work both autonomously and collaboratively is required.
Note: Due to high application volume, applications may close early. Please apply promptly.
Working For Us
We offer benefits such as a Group Personal Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, free office fruit, and early finish on Fridays. The Defence Division provides underwater systems and life support capabilities for both defence and commercial diving markets.
James Fisher & Sons is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer interviews to disabled candidates meeting minimum criteria. We are also proud partners with the Career Transition Partnership, supporting armed forces resettlement.
About You
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