Inventory Specialist

2 months ago


Birmingham UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Pertemps Full time

Inventory Specialist (12-Month Fixed Contract)

Location: Birmingham

£47,000 per annum


Overview:

Based in Kitts Green, Birmingham, is actively seeking a dedicated and skilled Inventory Specialist for a 12-month fixed contract. This position requires expertise in store management and procurement, along with a keen analytical mind. The successful candidate will be expected to operate autonomously and efficiently, maintaining seamless inventory control, identifying improvement opportunities, and working collaboratively with stakeholders.

The objective of this role is to manage and prioritise various projects to achieve significant cost savings in annual Stores expenditures.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Compare the Stores Department internal processes with industry best practices.
  • Implement process improvements for all Stores-related activities.
  • Constantly analyse stores data to propose cost-saving projects, such as:
  • Implementing new inventory management systems to reduce waste and cost.
  • Managing minimum and maximum reports to control expenditure.
  • Streamlining computerised systems to improve inventory control and prevent stock shortages.
  • Provide regular project updates to the Management Team and Procurement Manager.
  • Negotiate with suppliers using various techniques, including individual meetings, e-auctions, and supplier summits.
  • Manage and benchmark existing suppliers, working with several suppliers and Site Engineers to identify possible alternative products or sources of supply, arranging site trials in conjunction with Engineers.
  • Set up NDAs as required before tender exercises.
  • Ensure all sourcing exercises comply with the SOP.
  • Work on cost-saving initiatives and manage the savings database to record all savings achieved.
  • Attend daily Engineering meetings and other meetings with suppliers and SPAs.
  • Assist different teams in resolving finance and requisition queries.
  • Support the Procurement Manager with tasks such as reporting, event preparation (e.g., Kaizen and supplier summits), and other administrative duties.
  • Implement and follow procedures and standardise item descriptions.
  • Perform general administrative duties associated with the role.



Qualifications and Skills requirements:

  • Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. Ideally, candidates possess CIPS or CSWM qualifications.
  • Experience in purchasing within a manufacturing background.
  • Experience in managing inventory levels.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Power BI, and Pivot Tables.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Proven decision-making and project management experience, including implementing new processes.
  • Team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work and think in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.
  • Strong negotiation skills to manage pressure
  • Proficiency in managing Excel and Oracle.
  • Relevant professional qualifications like CSWM or CIPS.
  • Be from a manufacturing background.
  • Ability to read drawings.
  • Experience in 5S methodology.
  • Strong analytical skills


Why apply:

  • Access to onsite gym facilities and occupational health team services.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • Freedom to implement your own ideas.
  • Opportunity to work for a leading company in the industry.


Our client is a leading provider of aluminium sheet, plate, and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products. They advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial, and building and construction markets.


Please Click Apply

Grow together with our client. Apply today to become part of a team that values innovation, excellence, and collaboration. Contact Steve Tomlinson at Pertemps Hagley Court, Birmingham


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