Supply Chain Assistant - Manufacturing

Future Recruitment; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Supply Chain Assistant in West Yorkshire. The role involves supporting procurement and inventory management, where you'll assist with ordering raw materials and tracking stock levels. Must have some planning experience and strong communication skills to collaborate with various teams. You may also need to work additional hours and some Saturdays for stock takes. The position offers an excellent opportunity to develop in the supply chain field.

Qualifications

• Some planning experience in a supply chain role.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Familiarity with procurement and inventory processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ordering and expediting raw materials.
• Track and update inventory levels.
• Review raw material availability for planning.

Skills

Strong time-management skills

Excellent communication

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work under pressure

Proficiency in MS Office

Knowledge of supply chain principles

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

NEW VACANCY! (PK9102)

Our Client is currently seeking a Supply Chain Assistant with some planning experience to support the efficient flow of materials, components, and finished goods throughout the manufacturing process. This role ensures timely procurement, inventory control, and coordination with suppliers and internal teams to maintain production schedules and meet customer demand.

You may be required to work additional hours to meet the demands of the role, additionally 3 Saturdays per year for quarterly stock take.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Support: Assist in ordering and expediting raw materials and components from approved suppliers.
• Prepare and process purchase orders and monitor delivery schedules.
• Inventory Management: Track stock levels and update inventory systems.
• Conduct regular stock checks and reconcile discrepancies.
• Planning / Scheduling: Review Raw Material availability for newly planned orders.
• Support the Planner in the management and entry of new manufacturing jobs.
• Supplier & Internal Communication: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to resolve delivery issues.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and finance teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Data & Reporting: Update ERP systems with accurate supply chain data.
• Generate reports on inventory, lead times, and supplier performance.

Preferred skills

• Strong time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles and manufacturing processes.