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.