Job Title: Facility NPI Procurement Professional
Location: Peterlee, UK
Hourly Rate: £29.74 per hour / Inside IR35
Hours: 36.5 hours per week
Travel: Up to 5%
Overview
We are currently seeking a Facility NPI Procurement Professional to support new product introduction (NPI) activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring a seamless, efficient, and resilient supply chain, working closely with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of a lean, responsive, and reliable flow of materials and services for NPI programmes, from source through to point of use
* Identify opportunities for cost reduction, inventory optimisation, and quality improvement
* Contribute to business case development and risk assessment, collaborating with internal stakeholders to implement solutions
* Monitor and manage procurement activities to meet targets relating to cost, quality, and delivery performance
* Build strong working relationships with suppliers and internal partners to resolve facility-specific issues
* Ensure procurement processes support efficient and effective facility operations
Skills & Experience Required
* Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify key insights
* Ability to define problems, evaluate options, and recommend effective solutions
* Understanding of Manufacturing Requirements Planning (MRP) and material scheduling processes
* Experience in supplier management, including resolving routine issues and ensuring delivery and quality standards are met
* Knowledge of supply chain processes and the ability to identify trends and improvement opportunities
Desirable Skills
- Experience with SAP and/or MACH1 systems
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing environment, contributing to innovative NPI programmes while developing your procurement and supply chain expertise.