Your new company HAYS Procurement and Supply Chain recruitment are teaming up with a leading distributors of fully finished interior fire doors in the UK and Ireland. Your new role Possess an excellent market understanding and an awareness of any relevant changes, Monitor the performance of suppliers and products to ensure standards are met based on time, delivery, quality, quantity, and cost of suppliers. Sourcing, coordinating and scheduling the receipt of raw materials in alignment with production schedules and customer requirements; Negotiating purchase prices, contracts and supply agreements. Working closely with other departments to ensure the seamless introduction of new products as necessary. Ensuring materials are sourced in full and aligned to production schedules and customer requirements. Managing inventory risk and ensuring contingency plans are in place. Forecasting future demand in order to ensure availability of supplies at all times. Conducting industry and market research to forecast price trends and their impact on future business activities. Develop strategies to make sure that cost savings and supplier performance targets are metWhat you'll need to succeed At least 3 years supply chain experience at a similar level gained with a manufacturing or construction environment. Production planning & scheduling experience Strong IT skills; Competent in the use of all Microsoft packages inc SharePoint, Excel. Desirable: Experience dealing with similar inventory. Working knowledge of SAP software. Previous experience in the use of ERP systems. Knowledge and experience of the Fire door market. What you'll get in return Friendly team environment Opportunities for learning and development Private health insurance with optical & dental cover Increased employer pension contribution No weekend working Free on-site parking 28 days holiday entitlement, inclusive of bank holidays What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Benefits: Competitive