Overview
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MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. Our expertise spans wafer level, semiconductor assembly, circuitry, circuit board assembly, and film & smart surface solutions for diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, and infrastructure. We strive to embody the five “Elements of our Culture,” the 5Cs: Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose and Care.
We provide a challenging but rewarding experience, with opportunities to learn, grow and contribute from day one.
Responsibilities
* Interpret production plans and forecasts to support and execute business manufacturing requirements.
* Devise Source Plans strategies aligned with the Purchasing strategy; lead cross-functional teams to develop Source Plans.
* Negotiate and agree terms and conditions with suppliers in line with company policies.
* Act as the Purchasing team member responsible for a sector of the business, involved in new product development and product launches; share information with other Purchasing team members and coordinate input.
* Prepare budgets by forecasting future prices based on market analysis and obtain approval from the Purchasing Manager.
* Resolve quality, cost and delivery issues.
* Facilitate the supplier correction action report process (SCAR).
* Liaise with Accounts Payable to resolve invoice queries.
* Monitor price performance versus budget and actuals; report price performance and relevant quality/market issues to stakeholders.
* Research and identify alternative supply sources to ensure continuity of supply and improve profitability, collaborating with the team as needed.
* Conduct visits to suppliers to appraise production capabilities and determine commercial viability.
Who are You?
Ideally, you will have:
* Previous purchasing/procurement experience essential.
* CIPS qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
* Experienced ERP system user (preferably JDE).
* Skilled in collating and reporting data for analysis.
* Experienced in using MRP systems.
* Sector experience in chemicals or packaging procurement highly desirable.
We understand that not all candidates may meet all requirements. If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Competencies
To be successful, you will be an excellent communicator with relationship-building abilities. You will:
* Be commercially and financially aware
* Read the market, analyze macro-level information, and assess opportunities and risks
* Build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and suppliers
* Have strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
* Be analytical, numerically astute with strong problem-solving abilities
Offering
We offer a competitive base salary plus a generous annual bonus scheme. Additional benefits include a pension, life assurance, a health cash plan, and 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays. Onsite car parking is available.
We invest in technologies and extensive learning and development tools to challenge, develop, and nurture your career.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.
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