Key Account Procurement Specialist

Key Account Procurement SpecialistAbertilleryUp to 40''000I''m currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing client for an experienced Key Account Procurement Specialist to join their Purchasing and Supply Chain team.This is a hands-on role with responsibility for supporting a major strategic customer, managing procurement activities, supplier relationships, material availability, purchase orders and potential supply risks. Salary and Benefits:A starting salary of 34''000 to 40''000Excellent training and development Roles and Responsibilities:Manage the day-to-day procurement relationship for a key customer.Raise and manage purchase orders in line with MRP and customer demand.Monitor supplier delivery dates, acknowledgements and outstanding orders.Manage material shortages, supplier delays and supply issues through to resolution.Provide customers with clear updates on material availability, lead times and potential supply risks.Build strong working relationships with customers and suppliers.Work closely with Planning and Operations to ensure material availability supports production requirements.Liaise with Engineering on component changes, obsolescence, substitutions and NPI.Monitor and challenge supplier performance, including On-Time Delivery (OTD).Support supplier negotiations, cost-reduction activities and alternative sourcing.Identify potential supply chain risks and take proactive action to minimise disruption.Maintain accurate purchasing ..... full job details .....