Auxilia Group Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Supply Chain and Sourcing Manager on behalf of our client, an established company within the manufacturing sector. This is a permanent opportunity based in Co. Tipperary.
Role:
- Responsibility for day-to-day performance and the practical transformation of warehouse, procurement and wider supply chain processes across the organisation.
- Lead Warehouse, Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing, setting clear priorities, responsibilities, standards and accountability for the teams and remaining closely involved in operational challenges.
- Lead the transformation of end-to-end supply chain processes, from demand and materials planning through purchasing, goods receipt, internal material movement and dispatch.
- Ensure effective processes for goods receipt, checking, storage, picking, kitting, internal issues, dispatch, returns and other warehouse activity supporting Production and Aftersales.
- Maintain strong stock accuracy and inventory discipline through effective location control, cycle counting, stock takes, transaction accuracy and follow-up on variances.
- Review stock levels, usage patterns, lead times and service requirements to improve availability while controlling excess, slow-moving and obsolete stock.
- Lead the practical transformation of warehouse layout, storage, goods flow, kitting, picking and dispatch processes, improving safety, accuracy, productivity and service to Production and customers.
Requirements:
- Strong relevant experience managing warehouse, purchasing, strategic sourcing and supply chain activities, ideally within a manufacturing, machinery, engineering or technical environment.
- Proven experience leading and implementing change across procurement, warehouse and supply chain processes, with a practical understanding of lean and continuous improvement.
- Proven people management experience, including leading warehouse and purchasing teams, setting priorities, developing staff and managing performance.
- Strong strategic sourcing and supplier development experience, including identifying new suppliers, comparing options and negotiating commercially.
- Good technical understanding of machinery, mechanical components and manufacturing requirements, with the ability to understand drawings, specifications and component applications.
- Experience sourcing technical parts, components, fabricated or manufactured items, equipment or related products.
- Strong understanding of warehouse operations, stock control, inventory accuracy and material flow within a manufacturing or parts environment.
- Experience using ERP, MRP, warehouse or inventory systems and data to improve planning, stock control, reporting and business decisions.