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Internal Job Title: Purchasing & Inventory Controller

Business: Lucy Electric

Location: Thame, UK

Job Reference No: 4289

Job Purpose: 

To maintain material Supply to support Engineering plans in Line with MRP
To maintain inventory Levels in line with agreed plan and variations in usage 
To maintain pricing and Commercial agreements with Suppliers, Setting up new accounts 
Dealing with technical queries 
Stock taking and stores control Business Overview:

Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications.

Key Accountabilities: 

Purchasing

Establish new suppliers as required 
Maintain supply base in accordance with procedures 
Manage supplier performance in respect to Cost, Quality & Delivery 
Analyse product and supplier rationalisation opportunities 
Purchase non MRP items as required by requisition (including credit card payments) 
Assess Engineering components and determine correct supplier and process to meet project needs 
Create and maintain Project Purchasing spreadsheets Materials Control

Ensure that purchase order coverage is maintained in line with MRP recommendation or specific requirement by purchase requisition 
Ensure Purchase Orders are acknowledged and re-dated in line with acknowledged dates 
Ensure Parts and materials are delivered in accordance with MRP recommendations or Purchase Order date 
Expedite parts and materials by exception as requirements dictate
Develop as close working relationship with the Warehouse team, Project Planning Team Prototype and DesignInventory

Maintain Inventory levels in line with agreed plans and authority levels 
Proactively review replenishment levels (safety stocks) 
Maintain Engineering consumables and PPE at required levels
Identify and agree changes with line management 
Organise and locate parts in correct locations on delivery 
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX)
Maintain and update computer records 
Maintain data integrity and track accuracy (Stock holding, Lead-times, Pricing)General

Manage and track import details on purchased items from shipment to delivery 
Manage regular exports of stock to overseas engineering departments
Contribute to Engineering Project meetings with lead-times and costs 
Identify and suggest continuous improvement opportunities Role Requirements:

Experience & Knowledge:

Understanding of the principles of Procurement and Materials management 
Working Knowledge of MRP  
Understanding of Engineering / Manufacturing processes 
Understanding of Engineering drawings Skills:

Microsoft Excel 
Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Previously Microsoft Dynamics AX) 
Problem-solving Qualifications

NVQ level 3 or above
CIPS qualificationBehavioural Competencies 

Good Communicator 
Analytical 
Works well within a manufacturing team environment Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!

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