Coventry · Hybrid
Caudwell Marine is a start-up engineering company, financially backed by John Caudwell, developing an innovative, patented outboard motor and Vessel Control System.
The Caudwell Marine organisation is a small but growing, experienced team of people who are passionate about successfully bringing this technologically leading outboard motor to market. Each team member has a ‘hands on’ approach and supports each other for the benefit of the programme.
You will report to the Procurement & Supply Chain Director to ensure efficient management of inventories of Purchased & Manufactured products / components to achieve both working capital service level (OTD) and ERP Health Check targets.
This position creates and maintains all capacity & demand plans and evaluates the necessary resources (equipment, material, and manpower). The incumbent will communicate and coordinate the activities with all programs and material managements and will highlight the constraints.
This position ensures the timely delivery of inventory to the site to enable the production teams to deliver against targets, whilst maintaining an optimal stock level and dealing with any supply issues that may arise. The goal is to ensure the smooth and cost-efficient flow of goods to support the production.
Main Responsibilities
Responsible for the scheduling of goods in line with production demands and maintaining strict budget adherence.
To ensure that close relationships are retained with other departments, whilst ensuring that information/communication flow is maintained in the procurement department.
Review work in progress to ensure accurate stock levels are sustained.
Control stocks on modifications/end of life parts at the supplier to ensure zero obsolescence.
Review usage and lead times to ensure master data is correct and allows for efficient planning.
To drive “on time in full” delivery expectations of all suppliers, expediting all open orders with Key Suppliers.
React to changes in supply to ensure contingency and recovery plans are available in a timely manner, and where necessary escalated to the Procurement Director.
To actively reduce the number of RM/BOP related problem invoices
Lead the implementation A fully robust replenishment MRP& ERP Model to Achieve 95% OTD
Manage finished goods inventory reduction programs to achieve/manage DOH and excess stock reductions & targets. Drive and co-ordinate regular inventory and Data checks.
Lead the setup, Manage, and improve SIOP process activities for Caudwell Marine
Responsible for the long-range planning review. Manage and improve the forecasting model
Perform the role of the Super User to drive MRP compliance, champion, train, and support development of line teams, ensuring effective material requirements planning and control that enables robust, high-quality plans to be generated and reviewed, in line with customer demand.
Directs operational resources and processes accountable for capacity and resource planning, scheduling and control and performance measurement and analysis
Translates customer, program management and Business objectives into specific plans, programs, schedules, and performance requirements for all operations functions
Provides master scheduling requirements and performance oversight for component repair (part mix, timing, and flow at the piece part level)
Chase Key Suppliers
Directs the use of data analysis techniques to develop production strategies to optimize process efficiency
Provides leadership in the development and implementation of more efficient process flow structures, new production planning techniques and information management functionality
Be the main point of contact for ERP issues with the group.
Maintain, Establish, operate, and improve ERP system performance by driving ERP Health Checks & Rules.
Analyse data and prepare reports for colleagues across the business.
Manage, maintain, and improve data collection systems.
Key metrics will be on time performance and ERP Health Check Rules, Product availability metrics, Cost down targets, Project management milestones, Inventory Reduction, DOH
Previous Experience:
Extensive knowledge of supply chain process, MRP, MPS, Kan Ban, and consigned inventory systems.
Knowledge of setting up production planning systems and working with global suppliers is also essential
Excellent IT skills (Access Data Base, Excel Macros)
Ability to manage large amounts of complex data.
Minimum of 5 years in industrial experience preferable in a Marine environment although Automotive/Aerospace will be considered.
Proven record in lean methodology
Results orientated
Worked in a Small, Medium Enterprise (SME) and can demonstrate the ability to ‘roll their sleeves up’ and personally get things done as part of a small team
Personal Attributes:
Integrity is paramount
Leads by example
Team player but ability to work autonomously
High energy to drive results with enthusiasm and pace
Willingness to travel, when necessary
Determination to achieve overall results required
Excellent organisational & planning skills
Excellent Communicator at all levels
Qualifications:
HND or NVQ in supply chain or relevant field
Additional Details:
Location – Coventry
Monday to Friday 9am-5pm (flexibility required)
Clean driving licence
Salary range: 35,000 - 40,000 depending on experience
Disclaimer:
Caudwell Marine operates a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) for recruitment agencies, which is currently not under review. Agencies not on our PSL are kindly requested to refrain from submitting speculative CVs or contacting our hiring managers or employees directly regarding recruitment matters.
Please note that any CVs submitted by non-PSL agencies, whether speculative or otherwise, will be treated as unsolicited.
Caudwell Marine Ltd
Production Scheduler
Full-time
Coventry · Hybrid
£40000.00 annually
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