6 supply chain jobs found in Reading

A global manufacturing organisation are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join their team in Hook. This position is a 12-month fixed term contract and is offering a salary up to £40,000. This Procurement Specialist will be responsible and accountable for the supply chain function for the Europe entity of the business, whilst working within the framework of the global corporate procurement process and strategy. Candidates will have previous experience within purchasing or procurement specifically within a technical/electronics environment. Role responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist include: Oversee supply chain functions, ensuring continuity of supply, cost management, and alignment with global procurement strategies. Manage vendor relationships, including supplier evaluation, performance monitoring, and negotiations to meet cost and quality targets. Support new product launches by developing costings, ensuring competitive pricing, and coordinating with...

This is Alexander Faraday Recruitment are excited to be working with a leading retail business to recruit a Category Planner for a 12-month temporary assignment on a hybrid basis. This is a high-volume, fast-paced environment where you’ll support a key product category (beauty) and play a central role in driving commercial performance. The Role * Analyse sales vs stock to identify trends, risks and opportunities * Produce trade reports, promotional analysis and insights * Support SKU set-up, pricing and promotional activity * Assist with range planning and product lifecycle management * Manage elements of the critical path to ensure smooth launches * Work closely with Supply Chain, Marketing and suppliers * Handle category queries and reporting requests About You * Experience in Category Planning, Merchandising, Buying Admin or similar * Background in a head office retail environment with high SKU...

Based in the clients London Office, the logistics operations coordinator will be coordinating logistic activities with providers, customers and suppliers. This role is mainly admin, keeping track of shipments, updating tracking reports and tracking invoices, entering details into SAP Monday-Friday normal hours Salary £35k Please note this is a one year maternity contract only Key Duties: * The Logistics Operations Coordinator will be in charge of both operational and commercial management of the files to ensure efficient physical movement of goods from point of collection to the agreed delivery place * The logistics department is an independent costs centre and the Logistics Operations Coordinator will be required to negotiate freight rates and to offer the logistics services to the other departments and to third party customers * The Logistics Operations Coordinator will place shipping bookings with the selected providers and ensure that the shipping documentation is...

Our client, a prominent name in the aerospace sector, are seeking a proactive Buyer to join their Procurement team in Southampton to support and take ownership of supply chains within the Raw Materials and Drawn Parts commodities. Role: Buyer Duration: 6-month contract Pay: £25-30 p/hr (Inside IR35) Location: Southampton (Fully onsite)As a Buyer, you will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day purchasing activities, ensuring optimal supply performance, and maintaining accurate system data. You'll own your commodity area, working closely with suppliers to stabilise and improve delivery, resolve supply issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the business. Key Responsibilities: Manage your allocated supplier portfolio, ensuring consistent material availability aligned with MRP demand. Lead supplier communication, holding regular reviews to drive performance and escalate risks when required. Build strong relationships with key suppliers to stabilise the...

MRP Controller Stevenage 12 Month Sector: Manufacturing & Logistics Are you a detail-oriented planning professional with a background in manufacturing and supply chain? We are seeking an MRP Controller to join our Manufacturing Planning & Control team in Stevenage. In this pivotal role, you will take primary responsibility for managing existing and future manufacturing schedules, delivering high-level logistics management, and ensuring that critical customer programmes are met on time, to cost, and to the highest quality standards. The RoleReporting to a Senior Member of the Manufacturing Planning & Control team, you will coordinate all planning activities to deliver the Master Production Schedule (MPS). Your daily responsibilities will include: Executing all activities related to material planning and procurement to ensure an uninterrupted manufacturing flow. Releasing and managing work within the MRP system while maintaining accurate delivery forecasts for our...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a MRP Controller / Production Planner Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a candidate who has a Defence / Aerospace background working as a MRP Controller, Materials Resource Planner, Controller Production Planner, Logistics Coordinator, Production Planner, Supply Chain Coordinator, Project Coordinator or Materials Controller. Skills required; Production Planning experience Logistics Experience SAP experience  Rate: £24.55 per hour Location: Stevenage   Hybrid / Remote working: full time onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (and then ongoing thereafter)  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview Process: one stage onsite interview   MRP Controller / Production Planner Job Description: The MRP Controller will be primarily responsible for...