Engineering Stores Manager and Technical Buyer

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JOB PURPOSE:

To effectively manage the engineering stores function through the control of engineering spares, consumables and inventory while ensuring the timely procurement of technical equipment, parts and services required for maintenance and production operations. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels, supplier management, cost control, procurement compliance and ensuring uninterrupted engineering operations through the availability of critical spares.

MAIN TASKS / RESPONSIBILITIES:

Engineering Stores Management

• Manage engineering stores operations and inventory.
• Ensure optimum stock levels of critical engineering spares.
• Conduct regular stock counts and reconciliations.
• Monitor stock accuracy and inventory movements.
• Manage obsolete and redundant stock.

Technical Procurement

• Procure technical equipment, engineering spares and maintenance services.
• Source and evaluate suppliers.
• Obtain and compare quotations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms and service agreements.
• Issue purchase orders in accordance with company policy.

Supplier Management

• Establish supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance.
• Resolve supplier-related issues.
• Ensure supplier compliance with company standards.

Cost Management

• Control engineering store expenditure.
• Monitor procurement budgets.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Reduce inventory holding costs without affecting operations.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Ensure GMP compliance for engineering materials and suppliers.

Reporting

• Generate inventory and procurement reports.

• Monitor KPIs and provide monthly performance feedback.

• Analyse stock trends and purchasing patterns.

• The Head of Engineering has a dotted-line relationship to the role, providing functional and technical oversight, while the employee's direct reporting line remains with their immediate manager.

Qualifications:

National Diploma or Degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Supply Chain Management
• Procurement Management
• Operations Management
• CIPS qualification (advantageous)
• Inventory or Stores Management certification (advantageous)
• SAP or ERP System Training (advantageous)

Experience:

• Experience within a pharmaceutical, FMCG, manufacturing or engineering environment.

• Experience managing engineering spare parts and maintenance inventories.

• Proven experience in supplier negotiations and contract management.

• Experience using ERP systems

• Computer literacy (MS Office Suite).

• Valid driver's licence.

• Knowledge of GMP and regulatory requirements within a pharmaceutical environment.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet critical deadlines.