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JOB TITLE:            Supply Chain Co-ordinator

COMPANY:            DeRoyal Europe Ltd

REPORTS TO:        Materials Manager

LOCATION:            European Headquarters, Kells, Co. Meath

Position Summary:
Development and management of internal and external relationships ensuring effective communication of plans, activities and issues with team and vendors/customers.

1        Principle Responsibilities:

1.1  Co-ordinate the daily tasks of materials department to include, purchasing, scheduling, inventory management, freight management, vendor development and quoting/sampling activity.

1.2  Manage supplier accounts, including price negotiation, purchasing, expediting and inventory management.

1.3  Pro-actively manage supply chain activities that impact upon continuity of supply.

1.4  Manage customer accounts by scheduling the required product to meet customer  requirements.

1.5  Provide efficient and effective logistics services to key customers/markets.

1.6  Manage all freight contracts on inbound, outbound and subcontracted warehousing services, identifying and introducing cost savings.

1.7  Monitor key performance indicators within the materials department ensuring agreed objectives are met.

1.8  Identify and implement best practice models throughout the materials department.

1.9  Ensure inventory levels provide the most cost effective service for the company.

1.10  Provide a framework within which the members of the department can support the overall business in the most effective manner.

1.11  Compile monthly metric reports and ensure timely and appropriate distribution.

1.12  Carry out projects and duties as assigned by your manager in an efficient, timely and cost effective manner.

2        Education / Experience

2.1  Educated to degree level with a proven track record within materials/supply chain logistics functions in a demanding manufacturing environment.

2.2  Supervisory experience in high-pressure environment.

2.3  Fluent English and preferably German.

2.4  Excellent systems expertise (MRP).

3        Personal Characteristics

3.1  Must have a flexible approach to work and be capable of handling multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

3.2  Financially astute and bottom line driven with a good aptitude for numbers.

3.3  Developed analytical skills, with a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy are essential.

3.4  Excellent co-ordination skills and project management skills.

3.5  Excellent all round problem solving, communication and influencing skills.

3.6  Ability to work with and empathise with colleagues and customers from varied cultures.

3.7  Ability to maximise the potential of all department colleagues.

3.8  Ability to analyse information, draw conclusions and make sound and timely decisions.

3.9  Ability to deal with ambiguity, rapidly prioritise and respond to change quickly.

3.10  Highly motivated and a self-starter.

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