CNV Procurement Specialist

The Sofidel Group 

The Sofidel Group is one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 1966, the Group has subsidiaries in 13 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, Ireland, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania and the USA – with more than 6,500 employees, net sales of 2,801 million Euros (2022) and a production capacity of over one million tonnes per year (1,440,000 tonnes in 2022). “Regina”, its most well-known brand, is present on almost all the reference markets. Other brands include: Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, KittenSoft, Lycke, Nicky, Papernet. A member of the UN Global Compact and the international WWF Climate Savers programme, the Sofidel Group considers sustainability a strategic factor with regards to growth and is committed to reducing its impact on natural capital and maximising social benefits, setting as objective the creation of shared added value for all stakeholders. Sofidel’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets to 2030 have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well-below 2°C, in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

Sofidel UK currently have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual for a 12-month maternity cover position at our Baglan site. This full-time, office-based role offers the opportunity to work within our Procurement department.

PURPOSE:

To procure raw and auxiliary materials on the grounds of the production plan in accordance with the signed framework agreements and the corporate procedures

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procure raw and auxiliary materials, taking into account: the production plan, stock levels, warehouse balance
Pursuing the aims assigned to the plant in relation to service level
Manage relationships with raw materials suppliers for what concerns deliveries and product types
Discuss with PM/CNV Planner the production plan feasibility in relation to raw materials availability
Collaborate with the Purchase Office informing it promptly about problems detected with suppliers
Coordinate the inventory activity of relevant products  
Guarantee the correct management of the relevant processes in accordance with the group policies and procedures
Promote a safety-bound corporate culture
Apply the Corporate Principles and Values  

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

A engineering or economics degree or equivalent  
Experience of using SAP systems 
Excellent communication skills.
Proficient at using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
Ability to prioritise and problem solve  

PACKAGE/BENEFITS:

Competitive Salary
Company Sick Pay
Pension contribution plus salary sacrifice option
Discount on Company products
23 days annual leave, rising to 25 with service (+ public holidays)
On Site parking with electric vehicle charging available
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