Supply Chain Category Specialist

1 week ago


Gloucestershire UK, South West England, United Kingdom Cpl Life Sciences Full time

The key purpose of this role is to manage supplier relationships, ensure the effective processing of purchase orders, address supplier queries, and provide critical support to the Supply Chain and commercial teams. This includes monitoring contract performance, coordinating shipments, handling escalations, and contributing to supplier compliance and operational Engineering requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

  • Raising/processing Purchase Orders to fulfil Distributor product requirements.
  • To lead Supplier queries as they are raised both internally and externally.
  • To provide the Supply Chain Manager with regular updates on any changes or risks identified.
  • To support the Supply Chain team in the event of absence.
  • Liaising with Suppliers and the Logistics team arranging inbound shipments ensure end to end completion (booking, clearance, and delivery booking)
  • Supporting internal and external meetings when required by creating agendas, compiling minutes and actions.
  • To support the Supply Chain Manager when requested for Supplier communications.
  • Organise and lead on supplier meetings/visit relating to Distributor product operational requirements.
  • Provide monthly Supplier KPI data to the Supply Chain Manager & Engineering Production Manager.
  • To provide the Supply Chain Manager with regular updates on any changes or risks identified from contract performance.
  • To review price changes and adjust in accordance with Contracts and communicate any changes with the Supply Chain Manager and Category Specialists.
  • Support in the issuing of RFQ/RFI data to Suppliers and Sub-Contractors
  • Being the 1st point of escalation from issues raised by Category Specialists.
  • To support the set-up of new suppliers.
  • Organise and lead on supplier meetings/visit relating to Contracts.

  • Continuous improvement - To initiate, support and lead Continuous Improvement projects as required.
  • Health & Safety - All employees are to be aware of and understand their health & safety responsibilities as laid out in the company Policy and its associated documentation. All employees have a legal duty to take all the care needed for the safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their activities and to co-operate with the employer in complying with statutory requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Essential:

  • A detail-oriented mindset and strong organisational skills.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Experience using QMS (Quality Management Systems) and ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems.
  • Purchasing or Buying Experience

Desirable:

  • Experience in contract negotiation and supplier management.
  • Background in purchasing within manufacturing / Engineering or distribution, preferably in a regulated industry such as medical devices, aerospace, or automotive.



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