Location: On site / Poole, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Supply Chain Planning
Salary: Negotiable salary
Responsibilities
* Provide the necessary information and paperwork to support inbound purchase orders.
* Support Import Clearance.
* Manage Manufacturing Order tolerances.
* Schedule and coordinate container orders from suppliers to 3PL warehouses.
* Forecast 3PL replenishment requirements based on historical demand and new business activity.
* Produce trend analysis and reporting to support inventory planning and decision-making.
* Raise Purchase orders in a timely and efficient manner to departmental targets using the information provided by the business systems.
* Ensure supply partners provide purchase order acknowledgements. Review, challenge and elevate any issues.
* Update the company systems with relevant information and communicate changes to the wider business.
* Monitor and expedite Purchase orders to maintain high service levels.
* Ensure Supplier NCR (Non Conformances) are recorded, investigated and closed in a timely manner.
* Responsible for capturing and reporting data on product and supplier commercial performance, ensuring supplier rebates are claimed in full.
* Prepare information and reports for supplier reviews and negotiations.
* Carry out any other additional duties as required.
Background
* Previous experience in supply chain, logistics or warehouse distribution industries.
* Experience working with various systems and, ideally, warehouse management systems.
* Background in data management and reporting.
* Experience working in an environment with numerous suppliers and logistics providers (including 3rd party logistics).
Personal Attributes
* Strong proficiency in data analysis, forecasting utilising technology including ERP systems and databases.
* Excel proficiency to an advanced level. Able to manipulate and manage multiple streams of data.
* Detail oriented - keen attention to detail to manage complex supply chain data.
* Excellent communication skills. Able to work effectively with various stakeholders, including suppliers and procurement teams.
* Extremely disciplined to ensure processes are followed.
* Organised and structured approach to work.
* Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines.
* Product and supplier knowledge & interest.
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