Materials Management Support

Materials Management Support

The Role

We are looking for a sharp, proactive Materials Management Assistant to support our Materials Management (MM) Lead. In this role, our primary focus is simple but critical: ensure we have the right stock, in the right place, at the right time.

You will play a key hands-on role in the end-to-end purchasing cycle—from helping to create monthly replenishment offers to chasing suppliers and ensuring our system data is always accurate.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Replenishment

· Assist the MM Lead in the creation of monthly purchase offers to maintain optimal stock levels.

· Generate and process Purchase Orders (POs) based on inventory data and sales trends.

· Ensure alignment with suppliers regarding pricing, quantities, and delivery schedules.

Order Management & Expediting

· Maintain a constant check on the status of all open Purchase Orders.

· Proactively expedite purchase orders and communicate with suppliers to secure realistic, updated arrival dates.

· Act as the first line of defense against stock shortages by identifying at-risk orders.

Data & Systems Accuracy

· Ensure the inventory management system is updated with correct and current incoming stock dates.

Communication & Administration

· Monitor the Materials Management inbox diligently.

· Respond to internal queries regarding stock status and incoming deliveries.

· Identify and action any issues (delays & potential stockouts) in a timely manner, escalating to the MM Lead when necessary.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone with a natural curiosity for how things work. You don’t just process data; you ask why the stock is low or how can we avoid future stock outs

Essential Traits & Experience:

· Interest in the Field: A genuine interest in purchasing, supply chain, or inventory analytics. This could be proven by previous experience or by a strong desire to learn.

· Analytical Mindset: Comfortable working with numbers, spreadsheets, and data to make decisions.

· Natural Curiosity: You question the status quo and want to understand the "why" behind the numbers.

· Proactive Communicator: You are comfortable picking up the phone to chase a supplier or emailing a colleague to solve a problem.

· Organized: Ability to manage multiple open POs and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable (but not essential):

· Previous experience in a purchasing/admin role within wholesale, distribution, or manufacturing.

· Familiarity with Inventory management software or SAP

· Basic understanding of the electrical/cable industry