Why join Marshall in this role?
Marshall Slingsby Advanced Composites is based in Kirkbymoorside, North Yorkshire, where it produces complex composite structures that are predominantly used to manufacture vital parts on ships, submarines and aircraft.
From bespoke one-off designs to low-volume manufacture, the business enjoys a unique place within its sector thanks to its application of ground-breaking technologies that drive the industry forward.
Purpose of the position
Support the Senior Buyer
Performs routine day-to-day activities associated with the products and services administering and expediting purchase orders
Managing MRP requirements to satisfy production schedules and implementation of appropriate recovery plans. Shortage reporting and resolution
Receive Bills of Materials and carry out system checks on materials and services to be supplied to projects and shipping requirements.
Negotiate with suppliers obtaining best price and lead times, resolving any supply chain issues
Liaises with customers/ suppliers to respond to routine queries regarding contract and supply chain issues.
Provides input to project meetings to answer questions concerning contract/supply chain matters.
Monitoring and measuring process performance producing regular and accurate management information/reports as required.
Adheres to a range of standard procedures and precedents to solve problems which arise, with instruction direction and guidance available from others
Qualifications
Ability to build supplier relationships and engage with suppliers
An effective communicator with a good understanding of techniques that drive Quality/cost improvement
Manufacturing procurement experience (including reading technical drawings, engineering background preferred)
Experience with Supplier KPI's and performance management
Ability to draft standard letters and responses.
Proficient use of MS applications with good understanding of MRP and other planning systems
Good verbal and written communication and negotiation skills
'Lateral' thinker - someone who can find solutions for problems and 'think outside the box'
The benefits we offer you will include:
27 days holiday increasing with service up to 30 days (option to buy /sell)
Pension contributions up to 9%
Healthcare cash plan for you and your children
Extensive flexible benefit program including Cycle to Work
Life assurance at 4x basic salary
Enhanced parental leave and pay
Paid volunteering leave
Access to industry leading wellbeing resources and tools
Opportunities to develop your skill set and gain additional qualifications
About Marshall
Marshall is an independent, family-owned UK company with a diverse portfolio of businesses and a shared commitment to keeping our customers moving forward.
Whether that is supporting global armed forces to deliver mission-critical activities, keeping the UK distribution industry on the road, creating new sustainable communities where people can live and thrive, or developing the next generations of industry talent - we are incredibly proud to have been building extraordinary futures since 1909.
Marshall Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Marshall Group is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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