Marshall Group is the audio, tech, and design powerhouse uniting musicians and music lovers through genre-breaking innovation. Our flagship brand, Marshall, is uniquely positioned with over 60 years of rock ‘n’ roll attitude on stage, at home,and on the go. Our iconic products are brought to life by a dedicated team of 800 passionate employees and sold in over 90 markets worldwide.
What you’ll do:
We need to strengthen our Purchasing team with a Purchasing Manager who will focus on managing the team's daily activities and work alongside other departments to support in projects such as ERP system implementation. You’ll also lead the Purchasing team in Milton Keynes by implementing departmental and interdepartmental practices and systems to ensure promotion of continuous improvement and best practices.
Roles & Responsibilities:
* Create, plan and implement purchasing strategies
* Focused on product cost reduction, value engineering, savings and efficiencies
* Manage suppliers performance and relationships from selection to product availability
* Working closely with R&D to support on samples and prototypes
* Rationalisation of existing supply base including selection and introduction of new suppliers to fill gaps
* Manage Inventory levels for all components and materials
* Manage MRP for all direct inventory. Including updating component standard price and other relevant purchasing data. Supplier, lead times and MOQ’s
* Restructure the purchasing department to meet the evolving demands of the business
* To be accountable for leading supplier negotiations and setting up commercial contracts with existing and new suppliers
* Support and work closely with the Hong Kong overseas Sourcing Operations Manager
* Monitor and control procurement budgets and costs to maximise efficiency and reduce expenses, without compromising quality.
* Ensure that all procured goods and services meet quality and safety standards and are fit for purpose
* Support and work closely with sustainability and compliance team
You probably have the following experiences & skills:
* Minimum 3 years working in purchasing at a Team Lead level or above
* Experience of working within a Manufacturing Industry
* CIPS desirable
* Ability to read technical drawings
* Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
* Excellent negotiation skills
* Outstanding organizational and time management skills
* Understanding of the global market
Our pledge:
We thrive to foster an inclusive workplace and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, disability, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age or marital status. We firmly believe that Marshall thrives when our employees do, leading to better experiences for our consumers.
Does this sound like you?
We look forward to reviewing your application!
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