Materials Manager in North London, London, United Kingdom
Materials Manager
My client a Leading Rolling Stock company, providing engineering cutting edge technology requires a Fleet Head of Materials to join their team in Acton.
Key Accountabilities of a Fleet Head of Materials:
Manages the flow of materials, equipment, goods, supplies, etc., from suppliers.
? Continuously reviews and plans requirements for purchasing materials.
? Prepare negotiations of contracts for goods, services, suppliers, equipment related to materials, transportation and storage.
? In logistic administration, monitors contractual obligations for compliance to support superior. Participate in the evaluation of vendor performance.
? Coordinate and control the materials planning function.
? Ensure that materials of the required standard are available at the production facility to meet the requirements of the maintenance operation.
Candidates for the position of a Fleet Head of Materials should have the following key skills, knowledge and experience;
* Minimum 5 years experience in a procurement/contractual management position
* Detailed knowledge of procurement processes, contract law and conditions
* Good knowledge of IT systems/software
* Engineering background (Rail specific)
* CIPS Professional diploma in Procurement and Supply
* Import, export and control experience
This is an exciting opportunity for a Fleet Head of Materials to join one of the largest engineering organisations and a market leader of Rolling Stock.
Rullion is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.