Role Overview The Materials Manager will manage the supply of materials and packaging into C&D Edgeworthstown, as well as support Group Management with supplier relationships.
As Materials Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process for site specific commodities, ensuring that the organization acquires quality goods and services at competitive prices.
You will play a key role in developing and implementing purchasing strategies to optimise cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and support overall business objectives.
You will also manage, though one of your direct reports the call off all ingredients and packaging & approve all POs with supporting information.
The Materials Manager will work closely with other site functions to ensure all ingredients /packaging are linked to BOM's & on usage backflushed.
Key Relationships - Internal General Manager Production Manager Packing Manager HR Manager Co-Packing Manager Quality Manager Health & Safety Manager Engineering Manager Material Handling Manager.
Group Procurement Team Key Relationships - External Suppliers Logistics Providers 3PL's Regulatory Bodies Key Responsibilities Supplier Sourcing and Evaluation: Identify and assess suppliers to ensure they meet quality, pricing, and reliability standards for long-term partnerships.
Managing Supplier Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality, timely deliveries, and mutually beneficial agreements.
Market Analysis: Monitor market trends to identify potential opportunities and risks and adjust strategies accordingly.
Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels and order supplies to ensure optimal inventory levels.
Quality Control: Ensure that products meet company standards and specifications.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with procurement policies, regulations, and ethical standards.
Cost Management: Analyse and manage costs to achieve budgetary goals.
Risk Management: Proactively assess and mitigate risks to ensure continuity of supply and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Data-Driven Procurement Analysis: Analyse procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize purchasing decisions, and forecast future needs.
Have an updated list of all suppliers' key contacts (including out-of-hours) and have all contracts in place & aligned with Group Procurement.
Meet periodically with some key site suppliers - off site & ensure best in class savings are achieved & aligned with the group C&D purchasing.
Manage site specific commodities as outlined below but not fully limited to this list: Dehydrated vegetables Starch Prebiotics Vitamins/minerals/enhancers Herbs & Spices Pasta & Rice Carbs Others as they arise Key Performance Measures Cost Savings: Amount of money saved through effective negotiation and strategic sourcing.
Supplier Performance: Reliability and quality of suppliers based on delivery times, product quality, and compliance with contract terms.
Order Accuracy: Measures the percentage of orders delivered correctly, including the right products and quantities.
Supplier Lead Time: Average time taken by suppliers to deliver goods after an order is placed.
Emergency Purchase Rate: Tracks the frequency of unplanned or urgent purchases, indicating potential issues in procurement planning.
Spend Under Management: Percentage of total spending that is managed through formal procurement processes.
Personal Competencies and Qualifications Bachelor's degree required: Preferred disciplines: Operations, Supply Chain, or Business Management.
3+ years' job-related experience.
Ability to operate in a matrixed environment with the ability to influence & persuade key stakeholders and to constructively deal with conflicts.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams.
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