We’re the world’s biggest producer of ‘endless’ conveyor belts, with locations in Northern Ireland, India and USA; trusted by manufacturers of materials processing equipment in sectors spanning quarrying, construction & demolition, recycling & waste management, washing systems and road construction.

We are on a mission to revolutionise belt conveying.  Our industry is dynamic and fast-paced.  We work hard but like to have fun too.  Continuous improvement is at the core of our culture and our values are unique: we’re passionate about having a safe place to work, we’re determined to succeed and our vision is to be the number one partner across our mobile equipment world by focusing on being close to our customers and problem-solving.

What you will get in return:

· Competitive Pay

· 4 Day Week - 38 Hours Monday to Thursday

· Discretionary Bonus based on Company Performance

· Company Sick Pay

· Income Protection

· Life Cover

· Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

· Pension Scheme

· Employee Assistance Programme

· Health Cash Benefit Plan

· Recruitment Referral Bonus

· Long Service Awards

· Health & Wellbeing Initiatives

· Social Events

· Learning & Development Opportunities

If this sounds like you, email your CV to iwant2work@smileymonroe.com.  The closing date for applications is Friday, 26 April 2024.

Key Responsibilities

• Demand Planning: Utilize forecasting techniques from customer forecasts and/or consumption data, along with MRP demand to accurately plan and purchase raw materials and supplies.
• Inventory Management: Maintain optimal inventory levels by monitoring stock levels, identifying slow-moving or obsolete inventory and implementing strategies to minimise excess inventory and stock outs.
• Purchase Order Management: Generate purchase orders based on demand forecasts and inventory levels, optimising container/transport capacity while ensuring timely delivery of materials to support production schedules.
• Supplier Management: Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules, and resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise.
• Production Co-Ordination: Co-ordinate with sales and production teams to ensure materials arrive on time, minimising disruptions, and delays.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost savings and efficiency gains within the supply chain function and implement appropriate measures for improvement.
• Data Analysis: Analyse supply chain data, including inventory levels, supplier performance, supplier capability, and demand trends to inform decision making and improve overall supply chain performance.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, quality standards, and company policies in all supply chain activities.

Essential

• 3 years planning, buying experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret data and make informed decisions from a range of data sources
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Strong problem solving skills and the ability of think creatively to overcome obstacles
• Advanced excel skills and proficient in the use of other Microsoft Office products (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• In depth knowledge of ERP/MRP systems experience.

Desireable

• CIPS certified.
• Experience of Epicor would be beneficial, but ERP system experience is essential.