Materials And Supply Chain Specialist

Materials and Supply Chain SpecialistA fantastic opportunity for a Materials and Supply Chain Specialist to join a fantastic, family-run FMCG organisation on a permanent basis. This position is based just outside Royston on a fully office basis.The successful candidate will experience in working within a Supply Chain position and happy to progress in their career.Role responsibilities of the Materials and Supply Chain Specialist:Responsible for overseeing a wide range of Supply Chain activities:Placing orders, managing inventory and materials, packing and ensuring the efficiency of the Supply Chain.Review and update Supply Chain practices in line with company policies, standards, laws and regulations.Negotiate with suppliers and freight forwarders, monitor and assess their performance and maintain cost-effective practices.Analyse the Supply Chain data and solve any issues or put alternative plans in place.Predict and plan the demand for products.Manage inventory, packing and distributing.Develop safety guidelines, teach and enforce the protocols.Work with the technical team to make sure we continuously maintain high food safety standards and BRC standards.Person specification of the Materials and Supply Chain Specialist:Strong planning and organisational skills.Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy.Relationship management skills and active listening.Complex problem-solving skills.Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.Strong knowledge of various IT systems (MS Office, ERP/MRP).This role will be well suited to you if you have previously had a role within Supply Chain as a Supply Chain planner, Supply Chain coordinator, S&OP planner, logistics planner, logistics coordinator, import/export controller, shipping controller, material planner, material controller or buyer