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Morson Talent currently have an exciting new position for a Supply Chain Specialist to join our prestigious Aerospace client based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex. This is an initial 12 month contract.

MAIN ACTIVITIES AND TASKS
General
- Act as the Customer's "go to" for all day to day operational requests (focal for the end to end tied to each transaction)
- Management and cross departmental co-ordination/collaboration of movement of parts covered by the program through exchange and return cycle includes co-ordination with stakeholders
- Co-ordination & replenishment of material held at the customer - ensure inventory aligns to contract and systems reflect inventory accurately.
- Facilitate Customer Returns (complete end to end process), ensuring parts ship and are updated in the business systems appropriately.
- Customer Late fee identification (core returns) and trigger to relevant persons
- Resolve issues relating to parts arriving at the customer store locations and RDCs. (ex: damaged, without correct certifications, incorrect parts, wrong location, griefs, quarantine, etc.)
- Support discussions and provide context & awareness, help address root causes associated with customer behaviour or ordering practices
- Gather and report customer specific SL metrics
- Gather raw system data, apply contractual or interface manual adjustments and submittal.
- Reconcile all disconnects and errors with partner provided data Manage daily operating rhythm
- Engage in customer reporting review meetings (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) with the Company & customer
- Oversight of Ordering & Shipments to support regular & heavy check and defect activities & Off Platform customers (ensuring 30 days/contractual min for planned orders are used)
- Negotiate customer service level excusable misses
- Customer accuracy & audits (Note: involved in the scheduling and facilitating. Involved in the findings and customer action)


Experience Benefits:
- Experience working with a diverse global team. Customers are located in the UK and Spain. The current team is located in Seattle, Plano, Philly, Barcelona, Madrid, London and Brussels. The supplier is located in Germany.
- Unique position that works directly with customers and suppliers
- Opportunity to learn about the profit/loss of a large exchange program
- Monthly engagements with executive leadership
- Empowered to drive change!


Hours - 37 hours per week, 5 days
Onsite

• Oversee and manage all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, inventory, warehousing, and transportation.
• Develop and implement efficient logistics strategies to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, carriers, and third-party logistics providers.
• Optimize inventory levels to meet demand while minimizing carrying costs.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards.
• Implement and utilize supply chain management software (WMS, TMS).
• Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement and performance tracking.
• Lead and mentor the logistics and warehouse teams.
• Collaborate with sales and operations departments to ensure seamless order fulfillment.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven ability to manage complex supply chains and optimize logistics operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, warehousing, and transportation.
• Experience with WMS and TMS software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Analyse supply chain data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise logistics, inventory management, and warehousing.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of third-party logistics providers.
• Manage and forecast demand, ensuring optimal inventory levels.
• Create detailed reports and present findings and recommendations to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve overall supply chain efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations.
• Utilise advanced analytical tools and techniques for data modelling and optimisation.
• Stay current with industry best practices and emerging technologies in supply chain management.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain analysis, or operations management.
• Proven experience in data analysis and optimisation techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis software such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R.
• Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., ERP, WMS, TMS).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote setting.
• Knowledge of global supply chain best practices.

• Analyse and optimize all aspects of the logistics and supply chain operations, including warehousing, inventory, and transportation.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and carriers.
• Oversee inventory management processes to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize holding costs.
• Implement and manage Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the supply chain.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align logistics operations with business objectives.
• Lead projects related to supply chain technology adoption and process improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven experience in optimizing warehousing, transportation, and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI).
• Experience with WMS, TMS, and ERP systems.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain best practices and emerging trends.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Effective project management and communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

• Analyze end-to-end supply chain and logistics data to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and refine demand forecasting models to improve inventory planning and reduce stockouts.
• Optimize inventory levels across warehouses and distribution centers.
• Evaluate and improve transportation networks, including carrier selection, route optimization, and cost management.
• Enhance warehouse operations efficiency, including layout, material flow, and labor utilization.
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor supply chain performance.
• Collaborate with procurement, operations, and sales teams to ensure alignment and integration of supply chain strategies.
• Identify and implement technology solutions to improve supply chain visibility and management.
• Prepare detailed reports and present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain analysis, logistics management, or operations research.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software, data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python), and advanced Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, warehousing, and transportation modes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote setting and manage projects independently.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.