Expeditor

ASC Connections; Dudley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based role

Continuous improvement culture

Autonomy

Job summary

ASC Connections is seeking an experienced Expeditor to join its Dudley manufacturing site. In a fast-paced automotive environment you will ensure the uninterrupted flow of raw materials into production, liaising with suppliers and internal teams to minimise disruption and support ongoing ERP/MRP development.

This permanent, office-based role offers a Monday–Friday pattern with DOE salary £32,000–£40,000, and a focus on continuous improvement, material availability and strong supplier

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive or fast-paced manufacturing.
• Proven expediting raw materials or inbound material supply.
• Experience working with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems.
• Understanding of stock control principles including safety stock, lead times and inventory accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the inbound supply of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted production and material availability.
• Expediting supplier deliveries, monitoring MRP requirements and recovering overdue deliveries to minimise production disruption.
• Monitoring inventory levels, safety stock and lead times, proactively identifying shortages and implementing contingency plans where required.
• Liaising daily with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, capacity constraints, shipment progress and overall performance.
• Maintaining accurate ERP data, including purchase orders, supplier confirmations, inventory records and delivery schedules.
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing development of the ERP/MRP system, ensuring material requirements are effectively managed.
• Analysing supplier performance, inventory trends and material availability while working with Procurement, Planning, Logistics and Production teams to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Expediting inbound materials

Supplier liaison

ERP/MRP understanding

Inventory and stock control

Analytical and problem-solving

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

A leading automotive manufacturing business is looking to recruit an experienced Expeditor to join its team. Operating within a fast-paced production environment, the company supplies high-quality manufactured components to a broad customer base and is committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement and outstanding customer service.

This is a pivotal role responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted flow of raw materials into production. Working closely with suppliers and internal departments, you will play a key part in maintaining material availability, minimising supply chain risks and supporting the ongoing development of a new ERP/MRP system.

Responsibilities

• Managing the inbound supply of raw materials to ensure uninterrupted production and material availability.
• Expediting supplier deliveries, monitoring MRP requirements and recovering overdue deliveries to minimise production disruption.
• Monitoring inventory levels, safety stock and lead times, proactively identifying shortages and implementing contingency plans where required.
• Liaising daily with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, capacity constraints, shipment progress and overall performance.
• Maintaining accurate ERP data, including purchase orders, supplier confirmations, inventory records and delivery schedules.
• Supporting the implementation and ongoing development of the ERP/MRP system, ensuring material requirements are effectively managed.
• Analysing supplier performance, inventory trends and material availability while working with Procurement, Planning, Logistics and Production teams to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within an automotive or fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in expediting raw materials or managing inbound material supply.
• Experience working directly with suppliers to ensure timely material deliveries.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems
• Understanding of stock control principles including safety stock, lead times and inventory accuracy.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

What we offer

• Salary of £32-40,000p/a DOE
• Monday - Friday office based permanent position
• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing automotive manufacturing business.
• A varied and challenging role with significant responsibility and autonomy.
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

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