A new instruction for an EU Procurement Materials Specialist with a key manufacturing client in the area specialising in fast moving consumer goods.
The Materials Specialist is a new role within the business and is initially presented on a fixed term contract basis for 7 months, with the possibility of a further extension thereafter.
This is a great opportunity to gain further experience within manufacturing and the opportunity to make the position your own. It is considered ideal for someone with a focus on supply chain and planning.
The Position:
The Materials Specialist will be responsible for strategic and tactical materials management functions for the corporation and act as liaison among all business units impacted by materials management, including Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Global Manufacturing Services and the manufacturing plants, Contract Fillers and direct material suppliers.
This is a non-management role, as there are no direct reports.
Experience we are seeking:
Category & industry awareness (fast moving consumer goods)
Knowledge of procurement management processes tools and best practices
Strong stakeholder management and reporting
Strong analytical aptitude and business acumen
Team player, highly motivated with a positive, can do attitude, flexibility and adaptable to changing situations
Entrepreneurial and proactive
Education & Experience, we are seeking:
Thorough understanding of end to end supply chain
The ability to deal...