Your new company

A specialist manufacturer of highly technical, high value, engineered products, this company has manufacturing sites within the group at various international locations. They are well established with strong sales, still growing, and are known for their high-quality specialist products.

Please note that this role is a permanent position, but the company is also happy to consider people who are available for contract / interim work at short notice. All applications will be considered on merit whether interested only in a permanent role, or potentially temp to perm. Apply or call me for more details.

Your new role

You will lead a team of 3, overseeing and optimising the sales order process from order entry to fulfilment. Working with the Supply Chain Manager, you will contribute to process improvement, as well as ensuring day-to-day operational planning and transactional tasks are completed, supporting and coaching the team as needed.

What you'll need to succeed

Your CV will demonstrate relevant experience and achievements, including team management. You will be highly collaborative, and enjoy working with stakeholders in Engineering / Design / Finance / Customer Service, as well as having direct contact with customers. Experience within an engineering-led manufacturer is particularly useful, due to exposure to engineering change control procedures, and familiarity with technical products / parts / aftermarket support. Experience of Supplier selection and performance monitoring is useful, as well as forecasting of materials and components to support production, purchase requisition creation and the full procurement order process.

You will have strong IT systems skills including ERP / CRM / Excel etc, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and good commercial understanding.

What you'll get in return

Competitive salary, very generous pension contributions, annual bonus, private medical (after qualifying period) and more. This is a company that supports the ongoing professional development of its staff, and there are also opportunities for ongoing career progression.

Please note - this is 5 days per week onsite in Basingstoke (typically 8am - 4pm). 25 days holiday plus banks,

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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