Quality at the heart of everything we do. FT Technologies is a market-leading SME based in Surrey and Madrid, specialising in designing and manufacturing ultrasonic wind sensors – also known as anemometers or air-flow sensors. FT ultrasonic wind sensors are unique because we use acoustic resonance to measure wind speed, direction, and temperature using an acoustic wave resonated inside a small cavity. The wind energy industry is growing, and FT is growing with it; this is your place if you care about sustainability and the green revolution. In the last decade, we have tripled in size. We employ around 120 brilliant minds who contribute to our mission: to engineer invention through curiosity and creativity using our core technology. The development of our current technology will enable us to serve our existing customers in wind energy better. The invention of new products and manufacturing technology, with significant company investment and growth, will offer our wind sensors' unique strengths to meteorology, marine and defence customers. Responsible to the Executive Chairman Key contacts include all departments up to Director level and all suppliers and sub-contractors Located in Sunbury-on-Thames (Hybrid optional) 40 hours per week (Flexi-time) Main Tasks & Responsibilities As part of the Purchasing Team, your responsibilities will include: As a key member of the Supply Chain team, liaise with sales and manufacturing to understand the demand for product and translate requirements via the systems into availability Identify and support business delivering tangible cost savings without compromising quality or delivery Support the day-to-day procurement/delivery of raw materials and production services and indirect purchases Be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with production partners Manage supplier performance with support from QA dpt using a KPI scorecard, conducting supplier audits as required Liaise with Engineering and Quality to ensure new products and product changes are implemented effectively with suppliers and with appropriate commercial input Re-negotiate terms of business/service agreements where applicable Support the transition in business systems and policy development, driving simplification and improvements Maintaining market intelligence on component & materials availability and initiating action as required Skills, Ability and Experience (Essential) Significant work experience in supply chain management and operations for a manufacturing company within the electronics or automotive industry Experience building and scaling a supply-chain function Excellent analytical skills and excel proficiency Proficiency with ERP Software SAP or similar ERP system is desirable High degree of familiarity with management systems like ISO 9001:2015 & ISO14001:2015 Results-driven, highly reliable, and pro-active to improve current ways of working, processes and systems, particularly automating administration-heavy tasks Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate effectively with high degrees of ambiguity and uncertainty, and to execute tasks against tight timelines Role based in Sunbury but regular supplier visits expected Personal Qualities We're looking for quality-focused individuals with an excellent analytical and problem-solving approach, a conscientious mindset, and the capacity to develop a good understanding of end-user requirements and your role's impact on the overall business objectives. Due to the nature of the projects, you must be able to work independently and be a team player able to work cross-functionally with other departments; strong communication (both verbal and written) and organisation are key. Why work with us? As well as a competitive salary, we offer: Non-contributory pension plan, 9% company contribution Life assurance scheme Private health care plan Optional hybrid working pattern of one day per week from home OR 3 additional days holiday per annum (role dependent) 24 days holiday per annum, increasing to 25 days after one year's service, plus all bank and public holidays Flexi-time for days worked in the office Recruitment referral bonus scheme Travel schemes: Season ticket or Cycle-to-work Subsidised gym membership Sponsored professional study support