Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Job Requisition ID: 63121. Department: Manuf. & Operations (DEPT_MFGOP). Fixed Term Contract - 6-12 months. At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They’re the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you’ll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects – both locally and globally – will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths. We are #EnergizedByGrowth. DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.
This role is a fixed term contract basis of 6-12 month duration. The role is offered on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 3 office days per week on site at our Broughty Ferry, Dundee facility. To be considered for this role you must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Dundee.
Key Responsibilities
* Exemplify Dover Zero harm rules in support of a safe working environment.
* Develop and implement strategic sourcing initiatives to meet the company’s procurement goals.
* Identify and evaluate potential suppliers through market research, RFQs and RFPs.
* Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to achieve optimal pricing, delivery lead time and quality.
* Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and company standards.
* Assess and mitigate risks associated with the supply chain, including regular analysis of supplier performance – engaging proactively with supplier to improve performance based on KPI’s.
* Identify and capitalise on opportunities for cost savings, quality improvement, and innovation within the supply chain.
* Collaborate with internal departments, including materials, production, engineering, supplier quality assurance, finance etc to ensure optimised supply chain operations.
* Escalation point for remediation of major supply chain issues impacting business operations inside commodity portfolio.
* Maintain accurate records of sourcing activities, contracts and supplier performance metrics.
* Stay updated with industry trends, market conditions and best practices in procurement.
* Manage supplier relationships and resolve any issues or disputes that may arise.
Candidate Experience And Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
* 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management
* Familiar with commodity strategy development and execution processes, supply contracting principals and tendering processes.
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Experience in risk assessment and management.
* Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-pace environment.
* Familiarity with Oracle ERP systems an advantage.
* Level 4 or 5 or CIPS qualification an advantage.
Essential Qualities
* Detail and Process orientation - Achieves high quality and productivity standards by adhering to standard work.
* Familiar with technical product specifications and the ability to identify sources of supply capable of providing them.
* Ability to use data to support excellent decision making through analysis.
* Self-directed time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
* Demonstrates full accountability and ownership for all aspects of assigned areas of responsibility.
* Persistence and curiosity in problem solving.
* Comfortable in presenting information in a variety of formats to business stakeholders – leading and influencing in the course of delivering projects.
The information contained within this job description overview is not intended to be all-inclusive. Nothing in this job description restricts management or the company’s ability to assign or reassign duties and/or responsibilities to or from this role at any time. This document is subject to change with or without notice. Dover Fueling Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial or local law. Dover Fueling Solutions conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Work Arrangement : Hybrid
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.
This position may be located in: EMEA : United Kingdom : Dundee : Dundee
Job Function : Supply Chain & Procurement
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