Sourcing Specialist

Cammach is currently recruiting a Sourcing Specialist on behalf of our client based in Leicester. This role is offered on a 12-month contract and offers a hybrid working arrangement.

ROLE

As Quality Documentation Admin, you will be actively involved in the compilation of client documentation / certification required for outgoing/delivered product. Maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential to the role. You will work closely with the Sales, Projects, Manufacturing, QA, Inspection and Fitting departments to ensure that the compilation of documentation/certification runs parallel with manufacturing process. You should be keen to take on fresh challenges, develop your technical and interpersonal skills as well as expand your knowledge and experience through a variety of exciting products and projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Evaluates and acts upon the MRP requirements and generates and adjusts purchase orders to support MRP demand levels. Effectively communicates areas of concern to appropriate departments, individuals and/or Suppliers. Inputs, maintains, and adjusts records or transactions to ensure system validity.
* Handling quotes, placing PO's and following up with Suppliers while managing PO-related issues and schedule changes.
* Effectively communicates forecast requirements to external Suppliers, while maintaining strong supplier relationships and keeping ERP systems updated.
* Objectively measures and communicates Supplier performance to support Supply Chain continuous improvement initiatives. Interfaces with Suppliers, Quality, Strategic Sourcing, and Engineering to quickly resolve quality, delivery or cost issues.
* Drives increased inventory turns, reduced cycle times, and improved Customer OTD by developing, implementing and managing pull-based material replenishment processes, including, Vendor managed inventory and Supplier consignment stock.
* Provide effective support to new product introduction teams, proposal development and subcontracting opportunities as they develop.
* Ensure quick resolution of shipping discrepancies, receiving errors, invoice errors, adjustments to ship dates or quantities on open purchase orders as necessary.
* Work to eliminate excess and obsolete parts and rationalize similar parts.
* Consistent with Crane's Operational Excellence focus, participates in Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events that will eliminate waste and result in significant benefits (Growth, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost) throughout the Supply Chain and wider business.
* Engenders a spirit of cooperation throughout the supply chain to ensure responsiveness to the customer.
* Expedite/de-expedite materials when appropriate to effectively control inventory levels and demand requirements.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

* Excellent analytical, problem solving/decision making skills; ability to make timely, effective, fact-based decisions.
* Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft office suite software (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, MS project, etc.).
* Demonstrate experience in Buying/Sourcing.
* Be able to lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact.
* Undergraduate degree in business or technical field.
* Supply chain or CIPS certifications are highly desirable.

Desirable:

* Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain processes
* Exposure to supplier communication and purchase order management
* Knowledge of inventory control concepts (e.g. safety stock, replenishment, VMI - advantageous)
* Experience working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
* Willingness to learn and develop within procurement/supply chain

Soft Skills:

* Strong negotiation skills.
* Excellent analytical, problem solving/decision making skills; ability to make timely, effective, fact based decisions.
* Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to perform and produce results in multifunctional teams in a dynamic work environment.
* Proven ability to develop collaborative relationships and influence up, down, and across organisational lines.
* Strong team player.
* A can-do positive attitude at all times.
* High levels of resilience and able to respond well under pressure.
* Attention to detail and good organisation/time management skills with the ability to work on own initiative.