Location: Saffron Walden Type: Permanent Hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm Salary: £Competitive Job Reference: 36396 Polytec are looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our Saffron Walden based client. The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative business offering the opportunity to make a genuine impact within its supply chain operation. Responsibilities: - Manage and execute MRP processes, translating system recommendations into effective purchasing and replenishment plans - Oversee the purchasing of components and bought-in goods, ensuring orders are placed, monitored and delivered on time - Maintain accurate ERP data, including bills of materials, supplier details, lead times and stock parameters - Monitor material availability, identify potential shortages and proactively manage supply chain risks - Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, negotiating pricing, lead times and commercial terms - Identify and assess new suppliers and alternative sourcing opportunities to improve value and security of supply - Monitor supplier performance, addressing delivery and quality issues and driving improvements where required - Manage inventory levels, balancing material availability with cost control and working capital requirements - Produce and report on key supply chain KPIs, providing insight into purchasing performance, stock levels and supplier delivery Requirements: - Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing, materials planning or supply chain within a manufacturing or assembly environment - Strong practical experience of running MRP and converting system outputs into purchasing actions - Experience using Oracle NetSuite would be preferred - Good knowledge of ERP/MRP systems, bills of materials, inventory management and production planning - Proven experience managing supplier relationships, negotiating terms and resolving supply issues - Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to identify risks and make informed decisions - Experience of driving process improvements and managing projects through to completion - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and work independently - Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and wider Microsoft Office applications - High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Desirable - CIPS qualification at Level 4 or above, or a relevant degree Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below