Purchasing & Supply Chain Lead
Escape Recruitment Services · Glasgow
Job description
About the role
This hands‑on position is responsible for end‑to‑end supply chain activities at a fast‑growing high‑tech manufacturer. You will ensure materials flow smoothly into production and finished goods reach customers, while building a strong local supplier base.
Key responsibilities
- Place purchase orders and manage supplier relationships.
- Source, negotiate and develop suppliers, including international partners.
- Plan material requirements and production using MRP systems and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
- Control inventory levels, traceability and stock accuracy.
- Organise inbound and outbound shipments, handling both domestic and international logistics.
- Manage goods receipt, store operations and issue materials to production.
- Collaborate closely with engineering, quality and production teams.
Required profile
- Proven experience in supply chain, procurement and material/production planning.
- Background in a technical manufacturing environment such as electronics, engineering, medical devices or aerospace.
- Comfortable working with MRP systems and BOMs.
- Strong understanding of inventory control and planning.
- Experience handling high‑value or technically complex components.
- Practical, organised and comfortable performing hands‑on tasks.
Required skills
- MRP systems
- Bill of Materials (BOMs)
- Inventory control
- Material planning
What we offer
- Opportunity to own supply chain processes in a small, collaborative team.
- Close work with engineers and technical specialists.
- On‑site role with some flexibility.
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Escape Recruitment Services
Glasgow