Material Supply Officer

Meridian Business Support; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is looking for a proactive Material Supply Officer to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials. This role involves managing supplier orders and performance, fostering supplier relationships, and communicating effectively with stakeholders. Candidates should have proven experience in supplier management, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Office and SAP. This position supports a vital part of the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing key suppliers and working across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier orders to ensure timely arrival of materials.
• Monitor supplier performance and address delivery issues.
• Support development of supplier relationships for reliable delivery.

Skills

Supplier management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Material Supply Officer to ensure timely delivery of parts and materials while maintaining clear communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The role requires strong coordination across supply chain functions, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting business requirements in line with internal processes and contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier orders to ensure all materials arrive on time for repairs, maintenance, and other operational tasks.
• Monitor and review supplier performance, addressing issues related to delivery, lead times, and scheduling.
• Support the development of strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable delivery.
• Review and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for supplier accounts, including delivery adherence, turnaround times, and critical spares availability.
• Act as a point of contact for supplier-related business requirements and escalation of supply chain issues.
• Participate in cross-functional discussions to develop and implement solutions that meet business needs.
• Ensure proper communication of supply chain information within the team and to relevant stakeholders.
• Maintain awareness of shipping arrangements, export licenses, and regulatory requirements affecting supply.
• Facilitate supplier meetings, review performance, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience managing key suppliers and working across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and solve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective relationships internally and externally.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP is desirable.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Knowledge of materials and inventory management is a plus.