Asset Operations Specialist

Avnet; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology distributor in Leeds is seeking an Asset Operations Specialist. This role involves managing order fulfillment, supplier relationships, and inventory. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and attention to detail. Experience in purchasing and logistics is essential for success in this hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified purchasing professional with experience in purchasing.
• Foundational knowledge of industry practices and standards.
• Ability to perform independently and collaborate with teams.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and provide order fulfillment activities.
• Manage order status and ensure accurate shipping information.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and manage inventory aging.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Relevant work experience or academic instruction

Job description

Overview

Farnell, an Avnet company, is a global high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Our team in Leeds, West Yorkshire are looking for an Asset Operations Specialist.

This is a flexible, hybrid working role, giving you the work-life balance to work from home 2 days and from the office 3 days. We are looking for a qualified or part-qualified purchasing professional, with experience in purchasing, supplier delivery performance, order management and logistics.

You will be responsible for mitigating risk and enabling profitability. Aligns purchases with the business strategies and financial goals.

This role is for an inquisitive minded and highly organised individual who can work collaboratively as part of a busy team and build strong relationships with wider stakeholders.

The role has a core of routine work that must be delivered consistently, but every day can be different.

What you will be doing

• Purchase and provide order fulfillment activities in support of business demand to positively impact inventory turnover and have predictable and accurate supplier on-time delivery.
• Manage the order status process, including ensuring shipping and delivery information is accurate in the company's systems.
• Ensure post Purchase Order (PO) placement updates are complete following the PO backlog management process to include tracking, reporting and communication with matrix team members along with working with supplier(s) to meet deliveries.
• Develop and manage relationships with suppliers to hold them accountable for meeting shipping and delivery commitments to include system and process improvements at both the company and the supplier.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and provide quotes to the sales team to support customer opportunities.
• Work with warehouse and logistics teams, including transportation carriers, to ensure product is received and delivered on time; lead/drive/support process improvements.
• Manage non-conforming inventory, including product disposition and in-process failures.
• Provide timely communication to planners, sales, and customer operations on order status and problem resolution.
• Assist in managing inventory aging and fill rate including disposition - stock rotation/liquidations as appropriate to meet the goals of the business.
• Support group and/or organization key initiatives and objectives through contributions on project teams to include support of supplier management activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Person

• Has excellent communication skills – confident in liaising with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail-oriented – ensures accuracy in order processing, tracking, and reporting.
• Has foundational knowledge of specialized disciplines, industry practices, and standards, acquired via academic instruction and/or relevant work experience of substantially the same level.
• Problem-solving mindset – able to resolve supply or asset-related issues efficiently.
• Develops solutions to defined tasks, typical assignments and projects.
• Is ready to perform independently and is good at the exercise of judgment and discretion.
• Good at receiving initial direction, although work may be reviewed for accuracy and quality.
• Collaborates with immediate management and team members within the department or function.
• Having a SIP (Supplier Improvement Process) Purchasing Certification could be considered an advantage.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – [e-mail], Asia applicants - [e-mail], EMEA applicants - [e-mail].

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.