Total 10 purchasing procurement inventory job vacancies in aberdeen ab10 1ab

• Executes demand planning for a complex portfolio of weapons systems and/or component piece parts.
• Supports the development and implementation of outcome-based demand support strategies that optimize supply chain management principles to enhance system readiness and life cycle cost affordability.
• Executes the demand planning module.
• Supports the weapon system manager in the development and documentation of demand forecasts to support the weapon system sustainment strategy in accordance with policy and regulatory guidance.
• Addresses a variety of demand planning problems, questions, or conditions.

• Serves as an Inventory Management Specialist with the responsibility for planning, directing, coordinating, managing, and reviewing actions concerned with life-cycle property and supply requirements, operations, and systems essential to the mission of multiple activities at the C5ISR Center.
• Oversees Supply Management Programs and Operations to include the Command Supply Discipline Program (CSDP) and the Center's Property Book. Responsible for Equipment management and oversight; All Center inventories; Property book adjustments and disposition activities; Property training; and Center guidance, policy, and procedures.
• Manages, maintains, and trains others in applicable databases such as Global Combat Supply System-Army (GCSS-Army), the Army Enterprise Systems Integration Program (AESIP) Hub, the Army VANTAGE Data Analytics Platform, Information Systems Security Program-Army (ISSPA), and Decision Support Tool (DST).
• Identifies and establishes property and equipment management actions and comprehensive plans to ensure objectives and procedures are in place to support mission acquisition and life cycle sustainment goals. Monitors progress toward meeting the logistics plan and identifies any cause, impact, and solution to delays or other problems.
• Ensures DEVCOM C5ISR Center's ability to manage and control material and supplies required to support the operations, projects, and programs of the Center. Coordinates requirements with users, assists all Property Teams, Equipment Coordinators, and Hand Receipt Holders in all aspects of supply operations and the execution of inventories.

Are you looking to kick start your career in procurement within the oil and gas industry? We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Administrator to join our global business on a temporary three month contract, with the view to go permanent.

Working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5pm, with some flexibility required, you will be on-site with a fun-loving and hard-working team of 6. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the procurement sector, management has a true interest in developing you and building your knowledge up.

• Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm with some flexibility required
• On-site opportunity with a fun-loving and hard-working team of six
• Ideal for candidates with an interest in procurement and development within the industry
• Admin experience preferred, but recent graduates with relevant degrees will also be considered
• Must have excellent Microsoft Office Excel skills and be willing to learn
• £14.50 per hour, £29,000 per annum; this role will initially be via an agency contract due to the urgent nature of the requirement but there is a permanent opportunity available.

Duties include:

• Raising purchase order numbers
• Updating in-house systems
• Providing admin support
• Creating and updating orders on the system
• Processing management reports
• Ad-hoc support in the store, (this is at most 10% of the role only helping during holidays and absence)

If you are looking to take the next step in your procurement career, don't wait to apply as we are moving to interview stage week commencing 5th of August with a view to start no later than the 12th of August.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Job Purpose:

Before applying for this job, it is important that you read the Applicant Guidance by clicking on this link and the Job Profile attached. These explain the job role and the type of person we're looking for.

Location: Woodhill House, Aberdeen

Duration: Permanent, Full Time

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job purpose/about the role

The post holder will support services in the development and implementation of procurement and contract strategies to obtain best value for money and sustainable cost reductions from expenditure on goods, services and works.

This post is part of shared arrangement with Aberdeen City, Aberdeenshire and Highland Councils.

The location for the role can be someone based at Woodhill House, Aberdeen or Highland Council HQ in Inverness.

The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:

• Relevant Business Studies / Administrative qualification to HNC level.
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) desirable.

The postholder is able to demonstrate:

• Effective communicator and ability to liaise with staff at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative whilst understanding when to seek advice
• Proven ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively
• Ability to produce accurate pieces of work, e.g. reports, spend analysis
• Ability to advise on all areas of the procurement process
• Effective negotiation skills
• Project management skills
• Proven ability to use Microsoft packages to produce emails, letters, reports and
presentations, e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Word

About Us

Please see Job Profile for further details.

Aberdeen City Council is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Flexible Working

We are happy to talk flexible working and offer flexible working for most roles in the organisation meaning that many of our employees enjoy the freedom of choosing a working pattern that suits them as much as it suits the organisation.

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Are you looking to kick start your career in procurement within the oil and gas industry? We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Administrator to join our global business on a temporary three month contract, with the view to go permanent.

Working Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 5pm, with some flexibility required, you will be on-site with a fun-loving and hard-working team of 6. This is a great opportunity to develop your skills and grow within the procurement sector, management has a true interest in developing you and building your knowledge up.

• Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm with some flexibility required
• On-site opportunity with a fun-loving and hard-working team of six
• Ideal for candidates with an interest in procurement and development within the industry
• Admin experience preferred, but recent graduates with relevant degrees will also be considered
• Must have excellent Microsoft Office Excel skills and be willing to learn
• £14.50 per hour

Duties include:

• Raising purchase order numbers
• Updating in-house systems
• Providing admin support
• Creating and updating orders on the system
• Processing management reports

If you are ready to start your career in procurement with a great team, apply now!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Our client a Leading Oil and Gas Operator based in Aberdeen are currently recruiting for a Materials and Inventory Manager to join their team on a permanent basis. Ideally for this role they are looking for a strong Materials and inventory Manager with an Oil and Gas background. For more information on this role see below:

Job Profile Summary
The Materials & Inventory Lead is responsible for the full lifecycle of materials and inventory, from defining long-term strategy to
managing day-to-day operations. The role develops and implements policies, oversees warehouses and storage facilities, manages
supplier contracts, and leads a team to ensure efficient service. The role also ensures compliance with regulations and supports
audits, while driving best practices within inventory systems and training staff.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
• Define, develop and implement long term material and inventory strategy, standards, policies and procedures and
ensuring compliance
• Manage onshore and offshore warehouses and stores
• Manage key contracts covering long term storage and warehousing
• Effectively lead and manage the team in line with business requirements ensuring an efficient service delivery to both
internal and external stakeholders
• Manage all company owned inventory and associated activities, including, but not limited to - identifying, recording,
coding, procurement, storage, preservation, stock-checking and ultimate control and optimization of all Company owned
assets’ inventory
• Support and comply with regulatory, audit or shareholder information requests
• Drive best practice within the ERP systems, and establish and maintain processes covering training, mentoring and
coaching
• Oversee the Material & Inventory Controllers, ensuring they follow approved processes and procedures for inventory
utilization and material tracking
• Technical Contract Owner of the Warehouse services contract ensuring high contractor performance in HSE and
Operational KPIs
• Ensure appropriate inventory levels for asset/division and identify synergies across assets through a portfolio approach
• Responsible for regular stock checks at operated and third party sites ensuring high count accuracy
• Work with shutdown teams to ensure Inventory stock availability is known and storage and preservation plans are in place
• Manage critical equipment spares in combination with appropriate asset and functional technical focal points
• Provide leadership and set expectations, coach and mentor subordinates on acceptable attitudes, behaviours and working
practices
• Ensure robust processes are in place that support appropriate stock replenishment levels through an MRP process
integrated with requirement, consumption and procurement
• Responsible for releasing work orders from maximo covering or supporting the cataloguer
Professional Skills and Experiences
• 10 years of extensive SCM experience in Oil & Gas industry
• Proven track record in Materials Management, Inventory Management, and Warehousing Operations
• Expertise in ERP/EAMS systems like SAP and Maximo, along with other SCM systems
• Proficient in UKCS Materials Management, including team leadership and personnel development
Educational Qualification certifications
• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related fields
• Certified in CIPS, CSCP, PMP, CPSM etc. are preferred
Other Requirements
• The role may require travelling offshore for certain business requirements
• The role may require frequent visits to warehouses for certain business requirement

Buyer - Indirect Purchasing - Automotive Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• As the Buyer your primary responsibility will be to support the Purchasing Manager in performing all purchasing tasks including; planning, optimisation, supplier liaison and negotiation as dictated by the business requirements.
• A key part of the role will be supplier nomination, you will support and propose recommendations for local and Group suppliers to ensure that nominated suppliers are of the highest standard and comply with all Group process, procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• You will be responsible for tender processes within the assigned commodity. This will include identifying and analysing business requirements, preparing tenders and issuing them.
• Accountability for the overall portfolio of suppliers within your area of activity, including improvement measures, supplier circles, supplier failure recovery / actions and managing any political or economic consequences. In this you will ensure that suppliers are managed and coordinated to the operational and economic benefit of the company.
• You will be responsible for the administration and maintenance of the purchasing systems including directing all purchasing related queries from the business to the relevant department as well as managing contracts, purchasing records and databases.
• By managing the purchasing process from supplier to end-user, you will set up and maintain Contract Agreements in all systems, review purchase requests and check compliance with Group Guidelines before converting requests to purchase orders.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.

• Previous experience within a purchasing related environment, ideally within automotive or aerospace manufacturing, or related.
• Previous experience in facilities procurement - indirect procurement experience also considered
• An in-depth knowledge and understanding of purchasing systems including SAP & SRM
• CIPS beneficial
• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement techniques
• A high level of numeracy with the ability to interrogate systems to produce relevant data
• Familiarity with the key elements of Purchase Orders, Contracts and Tenders together with their associated processes.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Manpower Print & Packaging are recruiting a detail-oriented individual with purchasing experience? We're seeking a Purchasing Administrator, initially for a 3-month fixed term contract in Sunderland, with the potential to become permanent.

** Hybrid working available after training.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and manage orders efficiently.
• Monitor and respond to email inquiries promptly.
• Accurate data entry and record-keeping.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Prior experience in purchasing, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficient in office software and comfortable with data entry.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.

Work Environment:

• Office-based role in Sunderland, 5 days a week.
• Flexible working hours available.

Get in touch today so we can review your application and look to schedule in call at a time suitable to you!

Your new company
Fantastic opportunity to join a manufacturing, assembly and installation, cutting edge business, which, following their recent takeover by a much larger organisation, is now looking to recruit a Procurement Manager. This recruitment is part of the process of growing the Senior Management team to assist with their transition, and introduce new systems, processes and procedures. You will have the opportunity to come in and make a real difference, adding value whilst putting in the building blocks to enable to company to continue their exciting growth plans
Job Summary
My client is seeking an experienced and driven Procurement Manager to establish and lead their procurement function. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement policies, strategies, and best practices to optimise sourcing, cost efficiency, and supplier relationships.


Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and lead the procurement function by driving the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with the organisation's goals.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and requirements, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services.
• Develop, implement, and manage procurement policies, procedures, and best practices, promoting standardisation and compliance across the organisation.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers that align with quality, cost, and delivery expectations, negotiating favourable terms and contracts.
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and technological advancements to proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and cost savings.
• Lead supplier performance evaluations, addressing issues and fostering strong, collaborative relationships to drive mutual success.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
• Collaborate with finance to establish and manage procurement budgets, tracking expenditures and reporting on cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in all procurement activities.

The ideal candidate:

• Understanding of end-to-end planning and supply chain management
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials and quality control standards
• End to end exposure of procurement bid proposals, contract negotiations, and value add
• Previous industry experience within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills with the gravitas and confidence to lead on large negotiations and scope strategies.
• Degree or MCIPS (preferred)

Salary up to £65,000
Based across 2 sites in South Buckinghamshire and Northants with also options to be home based - the exact make up of working week will be down to this individual to demonstrate where their time is best spent


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Position Overview

Job Description

Description

• Conduct accurate cycle count of inventory locations per handheld device/forms in the warehouse and make system updates as required
• Research and resolve inventory variances
• Validate dating of product in the warehouse and update as required
• Audit and correct inbound receiving paperwork and perform audits of SOP's as required by supervisor
• Respond to buyer requests for item checks in the warehouse
• Coordinate the handling of obsolete and at risk inventory (vendor returns, donations, recalls) to include: identifying, communicating, adjusting and validating product
• Deputize for ICQA lead as necessary for the following areas :Allocation of work between IC reps and specialistsMonitor activity to ensure work carried out effectively, resolve issues as necessaryReview processes to ensure correct executionStorage reconciliation as assigned
• Travel Required:No

Environment

• Warehouse : Freezer (-20F to 0F)

Schedule

• Sun-Thurs  8am to 4:30pm and 7am to 3:30pm.

Years Of Experience

• 6 months-2 : Related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Qualifications

Shift

Company

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.