Materials Management Lead
hace 1 día
Basingstoke
Blatchford is a multi-award winning, global manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users. Through science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible. We have a brand new and exciting opportunity for a Materials Management Lead to join our planning team based our Head Office in Basingstoke. The role As Material Management Lead, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of parts supply to support the demand plan and final assembly build schedule, covering both externally sourced components and internally manufactured materials. Key duties. • Oversee tactical purchasing and supply execution, managing the daily workload of buyers and ensuring supplier and subcontractor performance., • Ensure continuity of supply across external vendors and subcontractors, along with internal supply streams., • Driving alignment of materials supply dates, quantities, and priorities within the ERP, ensuring system signals accurately reflect reality., • Supporting and expediting parts through vendors, subcontractors, and internal inspection as required to protect the build plan., • Acting as the key escalation point for decommits, shortages, ERP exceptions and supply risks., • Managing supplier and subcontractor relationships, • Supporting and managing indirect procurement where it impacts materials availability or continuity of supply., • Supporting resolution of commercial and transactional issues impacting supply., • Owning inventory management processes. What are we looking for? As Materials Management Lead, you will have the following. Key skills • Degree or equivalent qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Operations Management, or related field, • Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems with proven ability to manage purchasing and inventory workflows., • Evidence of continuous professional development in supply chain or purchasing disciplines., • Proven experience managing purchasing and inventory in a manufacturing, engineering, or fast-moving operational environment., • Demonstrated ability to manage inventory accuracy, cycle counting, and stock optimisation., • Experience with root-cause analysis relating to shortages, overstock, and supply disruptions., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions., • High level of organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure., • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across operations, planning, finance, and suppliers., • Proactive approach with the ability to identify risks early and implement mitigation plans., • Strong commercial awareness and negotiation ability., • Demonstrated accountability, resilience, and structured follow-through. What can we offer you? As Material Management Lead, you will receive the following. Benefits • Highly competitive salary, • 25 days holiday (rising with service), • Option to purchase additional holiday., • On Demand Pay, • Pension, • Death in Service, • Discounted shopping and leisure activities, • Health cash plan, • Cycle to work scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to work as part of a dynamic team, within a unique environment and contribute to the success of our award-winning organisation.