The purpose of this role is to work as part of the procurement team to help manage the on-time delivery of products from our suppliers based in China, USA, UK and mainland Europe. A key part of the role will be helping to transition key elements of the procurement process across to our ERP system. Another aspect will be to manage the data on ERP and analyse it visually on business intelligence platforms.
Key Functions:
1. Migrating procurement functions across to HERBST (our ERP system).
2. Ordering stock from suppliers in a timely fashion.
3. Reporting on supply chain, coordinating with suppliers, transport and warehousing partners, on all logistical matters and communicating accurate and timely data to key stakeholders within the business, i.e. operations, stores, sales & marketing and finance.
4. Assisting in controlling stock levels, reporting on stock positions, generating and implementing multi-location cycle counting procedures, coordinating annual stock takes in conjunction with finance and warehousing team.
5. Identifying slow moving items and developing clearance solutions.
6. Helping to resolve Purchase Orders, Goods Inwards, Sales Orders and Goods outwards issues.
7. Working with finance and sales to determine order volume requirements.
8. Assisting with the processing of price-list updates, descriptions, supplier, purchase volumes, etc.
9. Uploading new products onto the system.
10. Having an understanding of our contractual purchase obligations to our suppliers.
11. Filing and uploading Suppliers NDA agreements and contracts.
12. Maintaining excellent lines of communication with relevant colleagues within the business.
13. Creating and managing dashboards on BI tools to provide insights on business growth and performance.
14. Due to the changing nature of the business requirements, the role may change from time to time. Should this occur, your manager will go through those changes at that time.
Person Specification:
1. Minimum of 2 years experience working in a supply chain and ERP background.
2. Highly experienced in using spreadsheets, report creation & presentation and BI tools.
3. Detailed knowledge of Supply chain/Logistics/Pharmaceuticals.
4. Ability to operate using your own initiative in a flexible & dynamic organisation – be able to thrive in a challenging environment.
5. Strong communication skills regarding working with suppliers.
6. Experience with customer/vendor processes, escalations and resolution.
The post holder will demonstrate competence in the following areas:
Managing Relationships
1. Is committed to building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
2. Understands client needs and delivers timely response to ensure their needs are met.
Anticipating & Adapting to Change
1. Has a positive can-do attitude to change and willingly identifies and embraces new plans for the business.
2. Embraces innovation and creativity within the Company.
3. Displays fresh and forward-thinking approach.
Communications Skills
1. Demonstrates ability to communicate verbal information clearly and concisely and actively participates in relevant meetings.
Learning and Development
1. Is open to giving and receiving constructive feedback from colleagues and others as appropriate.
2. Demonstrates a commitment to develop oneself in line with business needs.
To apply for this position, please forward an up to date CV to our HR Team at hr@dugganvet.ie.
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