Purchasing and Inventory Controller

Lucy Group; Thame; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in power distribution located in England is seeking a Procurement and Materials Manager to maintain supply and inventory levels in support of engineering plans. You will establish supplier relationships, manage procurement processes, and ensure timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of procurement principles, strong skills in Microsoft Excel, and relevant qualifications such as NVQ level 3 or CIPS certification. This role contributes significantly to the efficiency of engineering operations.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the principles of Procurement and Materials management.
• Working knowledge of MRP.
• Understanding of Engineering / Manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of Engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain material supply to support Engineering plans in line with MRP.
• Manage supplier performance in respect to Cost, Quality & Delivery.
• Maintain inventory levels in line with agreed plans.
• Develop close working relationship with Warehouse and Project Planning teams.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Problem-solving

Education

NVQ level 3 or above

CIPS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Job Purpose

• To maintain material Supply to support Engineering plans in line with MRP
• To maintain inventory Levels in line with agreed plan and variations in usage
• To maintain pricing and Commercial agreements with Suppliers, Setting up new accounts
• Dealing with technical queries
• Stock taking and stores control

Business Overview

Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

Key Accountabilities

Purchasing

• Establish new suppliers as required
• Maintain supply base in accordance with procedures
• Manage supplier performance in respect to Cost, Quality & Delivery
• Analyse product and supplier rationalisation opportunities
• Purchase non MRP items as required by requisition (including credit card payments)
• Assess Engineering components and determine correct supplier and process to meet project needs
• Create and maintain Project Purchasing spreadsheets

Materials Control

• Ensure that purchase order coverage is maintained in line with MRP recommendation or specific requirement by purchase requisition
• Ensure Purchase Orders are acknowledged and re-dated in line with acknowledged dates
• Ensure Parts and materials are delivered in accordance with MRP recommendations or Purchase Order date
• Expedite parts and materials by exception as requirements dictate
• Develop a close working relationship with the Warehouse team, Project Planning Team Prototype and Design

Inventory

• Maintain Inventory levels in line with agreed plans and authority levels
• Proactively review replenishment levels (safety stocks)
• Maintain Engineering consumables and PPE at required levels
• Identify and agree changes with line management
• Organise and locate parts in correct locations on delivery
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX)
• Maintain and update computer records
• Maintain data integrity and track accuracy (Stock holding, Lead-times, Pricing)

General

• Manage and track import details on purchased items from shipment to delivery
• Manage regular exports of stock to overseas engineering departments
• Contribute to Engineering Project meetings with lead-times and costs
• Identify and suggest continuous improvement opportunities

Role Requirements

Experience & Knowledge

• Understanding of the principles of Procurement and Materials management
• Working Knowledge of MRP
• Understanding of Engineering / Manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Engineering drawings

Skills

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX)
• Problem-solving

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 or above
• CIPS qualification

Behavioural Competencies

• Good Communicator
• Analytical
• Works well within a manufacturing team environment