Job Title: Material Coordinator
Location: Uxbridge Area
Type of role: Permanent, Full-time
Job Description:
In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that the correct materials are available when required and at the right cost to support production events, aligning with broader Material Management & Logistics strategies.
Responsibilities:
1. Inventory optimisation: Ensure that minimal inventory levels are maintained and that the inventory is maximised, reducing waste.
2. Ensure that requisitions are complete and accurate.
3. Oversee subcontracting processes, which will include raising purchase orders and handling supplier requests.
4. Streamline the return of unused materials.
5. Cross-functional coordination: Ability to work effectively across the central MML functions to ensure timely material availability.
6. Material requests management: Oversee and challenge material requests and propose local alternatives when necessary.
7. Supplier partnerships: Help to develop supplier relationships to improve lead times for materials.
Personal Qualities:
* Strong communication and administrative skills.
* Attention to detail, managing orders accurately.
* Negotiation skills to secure favourable material costs.
* Proposing alternative solutions to material sourcing issues.
* Strong analytical skills.
Education and Qualifications:
* A technical/Aviation background.
* University degree is preferred but not essential.
* Knowledge and experience of logistics processes.
* An understanding and familiarity with aspects of maintenance procedures.
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