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Senior Recruitment Consultant - Supply Chain & Procurement
Vickerstock are working in partnership with a growing wholesale business on the appointment of an Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator on a full-time basis. Our client has a strong presence on the island of Ireland and is aiming to make GB their biggest market by the end of 2025.
As the Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator, you will report directly to the Commercial Director and work closely with the R&D, Finance, Supply Chain & Warehouse Teams to ensure smooth inventory and Quality Management.
In your new role:
* Manage financial implications of supplier contracts, including negotiations on pricing, delivery schedules, and payment terms.
* Oversee purchase allocations to ensure alignment with budget and forecasted demand, building and maintaining financial accountability with suppliers.
* Use data to create financial forecasts for inventory investments and monitor demand to maintain cost-effective inventory levels.
* Oversee cost implications in the distribution of goods, working with logistics partners to maintain budget adherence and operational efficiency.
* Monitor shipment expenses and negotiate to reduce costs associated with logistics.
* Evaluate inventory metrics, ensure budget alignment, and work closely with supply chain on stock replenishment based on demand forecasting.
* Align stock management with KPI targets, avoiding overstocking and mitigating financial risks of understocking.
* Communicate stock availability, lead times, and other key financial metrics to relevant teams, enhancing departmental collaboration.
* Ensure quality standards are met by measuring the quality and quantity of production output.
* Create quality control inspections to be carried out by the warehouse team.
* Use the data from inspections and audits to inform process improvement initiatives.
* Ensure that QC is prioritized in supplier contracts and relationships.
What you will need to succeed:
* 2 years' experience in a similar supply chain role.
* Confident communicator who can work with little supervision.
* Experience working with suppliers.
* Strong Excel and MRP skills.
* Driving license.
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with Michael Irwin today!
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Supply Chain, Purchasing, and Administrative
* Wholesale
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