Thorn Baker Industrial Recruitment are looking for an experienced Stock Control / Procurement Manager for a leading Leicestershire based food manufacturer
This is a permanent position direct with our client
PLEASE NOTE: This is not a solely Warehouse based Stock Control position - it will be office based and you will be contacting suppliers directly
The Job:
Managing all raw material and packaging stocks
Optimise raw material inventory levels
Ensure all raw materials and packaging meet the required food safety standard
Support NPD in sourcing new raw materials
Manage and develop supplier relationships
Control company spend on raw materials within set targets.
Key Tasks:
Their stock systems currently use excel spreadsheets so it will be updating and maintaining various records
Maintain and improve the raw material forecast.
Optimise raw material inventory levels (ensure availability for production, without overstocking).
Check stock levels regularly and address inventory discrepancies.
Place orders to replenish stocks.
Compare items received and invoices against items ordered and pricing.
Work with the Production team to ensure materials are available to deliver the production plan.
Work with the Technical team to ensure all raw materials and packaging are purchased from approved suppliers in accordance with relevant food safety legislation.
Manage and develop supplier relationships, evaluate supplier pricing and negotiations.
Liaise with the NPD team in relation to introducing new raw materials and products.
Maintain records of pricing, purchases and other relevant information.
Monthly reporting of performance versus KPIs.
Continuous improvement projects.
The hours of work are Monday to Friday 8am-5pm
Salary is between £35-37k depending on experience
The person:
Proven experience working as a stock controller, inventory manager or similar role.
This is not a warehouse role - they are looking for somebody with ability to do stock control from a replenishment/procurement perspective
Experience in stock control using excel spreadsheets - things can be developed long term but for now - this is this is the system
Pro-active approach
Strong analytical skills
Good communication and negotiation skills
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
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