Materials Manager

• Supplier Sourcing and Evaluation: Identify and assess suppliers to ensure they meet required standards for quality, pricing, and reliability to support long-term partnerships.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Maintain strong, professional relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent quality, timely deliveries, and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Market Analysis: Track and evaluate market trends to identify opportunities, risks, and areas to adjust procurement strategies.
• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels and place orders to maintain optimal inventory.
• Quality Assurance: Verify that products and materials meet established specifications and standards.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Cost Management: Analyze and manage purchasing expenses to achieve financial objectives.
• Risk Management: Proactively assess and mitigate risks to ensure supply continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Data-Driven Procurement Analysis: Use procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve purchasing decisions, and forecast demand.
• Supplier Records Management: Maintain an up-to-date list of supplier contacts (including emergency details) and ensure contracts are properly documented and aligned with organizational requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree required: Preferred disciplines: Operations, Supply Chain Management, 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

Lincoln Recruitment