Role
Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the incumbent will work in partnership with their peers to ensure Best-in-Class performance on behalf of CEL and our customers. The role will be directly responsible for providing effective and efficient management for the end-to-end purchasing cycle across all CEL locations for all customer projects.
The role will require strong leadership in purchasing optimisation, supplier collaboration, team development, and process and systems improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, planning, and communication skills coupled with a detailed knowledge of purchasing systems and an ability to achieve ‘best value’ on behalf of CEL.
Key Responsibilities
* Detailed management of the full procurement cycle covering all direct and indirect materials to support the business with an emphasis on strong cashflow performance.
* Employ a specific focus on the end-to-end management of the metal’s procurement cycle for the business, including the development of a strategic purchasing strategy for our copper components.
* Ensure robust business processes to manage and maintain international trade compliance with origin rules.
* Ensure all product materials are sourced and delivered to meet production requirements on-time-in-full.
* Liaise closely with the Warehouse Manager to ensure active and safety stock levels, re-order quantities, etc. are maintained at their optimal levels.
* Represent the purchasing function in the SIOPs process utilising the information outputs to collaborate with our suppliers to improve purchasing efficiencies.
* Management of product delivery process from CEL to all customers and locations.
* Ensure ERP functionality is embedded into the core of the purchasing team, identify areas for improvement, and organise training as required to reduce the requirement for manual interventions.
* Oversight of the procurement cycle for our external sub-contractor manufacturing partners.
* Explore all options and strategies to ensure supply at optimal terms i.e. pricing, lead times, and flexibility.
* Identify appropriate training programs and work to develop and mentor your team to meet our strategy.
* Establish an effective supply risk management process and advise on key business decisions to site leadership.
* Create and report relevant purchasing KPI’s.
* Enact an external supplier audit/qualification program.
* Act as the company representative during external audits/visits, either customer or regulatory.
* Drive behavioural change, implementing companywide performance improvement programs and practices.
* Provide day-to-day operational support on a proactive basis on all purchasing matters.
Experience/Skills Required
* Degree educated with extensive experience at management level.
* Proven experience in managing large scale purchasing processes within a similar manufacturing industry.
* Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
* Ability to work independently and make data-driven decisions.
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to drive cost-saving initiatives.
* Demonstrated organizational, leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
* Self-motivated with a results-driven approach and adept at identifying and solving issues.
* Strong knowledge in ERP and purchasing process optimisation.
* Ability and willingness to travel regionally.
* Possess a high level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
What We Offer You
At CEL, we offer more than just a competitive salary; we offer a holistic and rewarding experience that sets us apart.
* Innovative environment - you'll have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that have a real impact on the future of technology and society.
* Committed to your growth - access to continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and clear career progression paths, CEL ensures that your career evolves as you do.
* Comprehensive benefits - our benefits package is designed to support your overall well-being.
* This includes:
* Attractive Salary with Bonus potential.
* Company Pension Scheme.
* Company Healthcare Plan.
* Training and tuition support.
* Death in Service Life Insurance.
* Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.
* Company sponsored social events.
* Free parking.
About CEL
At CEL, we are at the forefront of engineering the future through delivering critical power solutions, supporting the transformative digital landscape ahead of us. Our mission is clear; we’re engineering a better future delivering customizable, scalable, and sustainable critical power solutions that meet the demands of today and tomorrow. With our deep expertise and unwavering commitment to delivering excellence, we help our clients stay ahead of the game, consistently evolving to meet their ever-changing needs in one of the most dynamic market spaces.
What’s important is that we believe in careers, not just jobs. By driving purpose and empowerment, we know that our strategy and your success is in safe hands. Together, we can engineer a better future. #J-18808-Ljbffr