Supply Chain Assistant - Reading, United Kingdom - Volution Ventilation UK Ltd

Volution Ventilation UK Ltd

Verified Company

Reading, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

Title:
Supply Chain Assistant

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Location: Reading RG6 1AZ

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Reporting to: Supply Chain Lead
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Package: up to £24,500 depending on experience
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Hours of work: Monday

Thursday 8am 5pm, Friday 8am 4.30pm

At
Volution Group plc, our purpose is to provide healthy indoor air, sustainably.

Job profile:

This role will be responsible for our Manrose, Vent-Axia and Airtech brands, working closely with a selection of key suppliers and shipping agents to ensure that products and components are available to meet all 'production build dates' and 'customer required dates'.

You will raise new order requirements and maintain accurate delivery dates on the company ERP system (Epicor).

You must have intermediate - advanced Excel skills. This will be assessed during the interview process.

As a Supply Chain Assistant, your main responsibilities will include:

Day-to-day relationship management of our UK/ Intercompany/ Far East suppliers.
Raise purchase orders for components in line with expected demand to meet production build dates.
Track inbound shipments and deliveries to ensure that they are received on time, expedite / deexpedite if necessary.
Communicate any potential delays or shortages to the Supply Chain Lead in a timely manner.
Work closely with both internal and 3rd party suppliers
Keep in regular contact with suppliers and shipping agents in regards to delivery schedules; updating and maintaining the system to reflect accurate inbound dates.
Support ongoing supplier performance reviews and improvements, including leadtime reduction and delivery on time and in full.
Control of stock holding

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Prior experience within a Purchasing, Planning, Scheduling, Buying or Supply chain role
Strong numeracy skills, and attention to detail
Good working knowledge of ERP /MRP systems (Epicor)
Strong negotiation and influencing skills
Highly organised, with great planning abilities, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Results driven, combined with a positive attitude, high level of energy, passion and enthusiasm.
Full understanding of Microsoft packages
Excel essential to intermediate/ advanced level.
Continuous improvement mindset.

What we can offer you:

Competitive Salary up to £24,500 depending on experience
Annual leave 25 days plus 8 bank holidays?
Company Pension
Team and company social events
Our site has vending machines for hot drinks and snacks, as well as kitchenette areas
Ongoing training & development
Onsite parking / good transport links

Equal opportunities:

All current employees and potential employees are provided equal employment opportunities by Volution Group Plc.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£22,000.00-£24,500.00 per year

Benefits: