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LB385 - Supply Chain Specialist

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Overview:

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Supply Chain Specialist on behalf of one of our clients.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The role is an Operational function with the main responsibility of the receipting the goods in the warehouse and packaging them up ready for the engineering team to deliver, alongside inventory control and ensuring stock levels are where they need to be.
As the role develops you will be able to pre programme and technically support the field based team with technology equipment used.
The role offers the opportunity for you to further progress within the procurement and supply industry by completing an apprenticeship with the CIPS.
Prepare and process purchase orders and documents in accordance with company policies and procedures. Monitor and track orders to ensure timely delivery and resolve any issues that arise.
Supporting the wider operational team showing flexibility to support the fast paced operational environment to ensure the best service to customers is delivered.
Manage the inventory levels to ensure that supplies are maintained at adequate levels both in warehouse and engineering van stock. Conduct regular stock checks and reconcile any discrepancies.
Process returns for faulty or unwanted items and ensure the returns are processed within the required timeframes.
Ensuring the warehouse is clean & tidy and complies with health & safety regulations.
Support with the management of recycled goods ensuring items are recycled where possible in line with sustainability policy.
Configure and pre program of fire and security technology systems ready for the engineering team on site to install. Ensure all pre-programmed equipment is tested and verified for accuracy and has the most up to date firmware/software.

Skills and Qualifications:

You will have a drive and desire to want to learn and grow within a procurement / supply chain environment and be interested about learning the newest technology within the fire and security industry.
You will have a willingness to learn about both processes and products so you can fulfil the role at the best of your ability.
You will be a great team worker and offer support where needed to ensure the procurement department is as efficient and effective as possible.
All aspects of the role must be performed in line with the business’s values by providing unrivalled customer experience and professional service to clients.
The position requires high levels of self-motivation, organisation and must be performed with integrity and dedication.
In return our client is committed to empowering and developing exceptional talent and maintaining a friendly and supportive environment.

Benefits:

9 day working fortnight.
Continuous professional development.
Wellness & employee assistance programme (EAP).
Death in service insurance.
Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
25 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 35 days (1 day extra per annum to 30 days and a further 5 days after 10 years).
A company culture that promotes work life balance.
Access to mental health care support.
Team member of the month recognising outstanding contribution.
Annual company day to share successes and strategic plans