Supplier Material Planning Analyst

The Just Recruitment Group Ltd is currently recruiting for a Supplier Material Planning Analyst for their client based in Gillingham, Kent.
Overview
To be the primary contact for the Suppliers based in UK/Europe/Asia. Ensure good communication between the Supplier and manufacturing/Customer Co-ordinators to ensure goods are received on time for the production lines.
Office based role Monday to Friday.
Role & Responsibilities
* Management of several External Supplier accounts.
* Reviewing and sending AS400 Purchase schedules to the supplier.
* Reviewing and Sending "Level Loaded" schedules to the supplier using Excel Spreadsheets.
* Arranging transport for goods that are ready to be collected.
* Review shipments from the supplier, some by Air some by Sea. Keeping track of shipments.
* Prioritise incoming shipments, Sea/Air/Road/Other.
* Chasing suppliers to reduce Arrears / Backorders.
* Deal with any customs documents or issues that are required for import of goods to the UK.
* Managing inventory levels to an agreed quantity or cost
* Work closely with our Purchasing dept ref MOQ's Lead times etc
* Be able to make decisions on Cost of transport Vs Urgency of parts required.
Key Skills
Mandatory
* To be able to communicate in English (verbal & written)
* Excellent Communication Skills
* Able to Build Relationships with Suppliers & Production Team
* Good Organisational Skills
* Good IT literacy
* Ability to chase Suppliers
Desirable
* Good proficiency of AS400 and/or SAP and/or Business Objects.
* Ability to Communicate via Reports, Emails, Presentations
* Lean Manufacturing/ Material Movement
* Production Control Experience
For more information on this position, please contact Just Recruitment Group Ltd on telephone quoting job reference 913236
Please note that if you have not been contacted within 7 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful.