Company Description
John Crane, a business of Smiths Group, is a global leader in mission-critical flow control solutions for energy and process industries that enable efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies.
We have a global network of more than 200 sites in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We partner with our customers to help them keep their operations safe, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.
John Crane is part of Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. We serve millions of people every year, helping to create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, space & aerospace, and general industrial. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs approximately 16,000 colleagues in over 50 countries.
Purpose of Role
Manage inventory levels, optimize stock availability, and support production and sales planning.
Key Activities
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Inventory Management:
Monitor stock levels and ensure optimal inventory to meet demand by operating with Global inventory team.
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Stock Audits:
Conduct annual physical stock counts and reconcile discrepancies.
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Receiving & Dispatching:
Oversee incoming and outgoing goods to ensure accuracy and condition.
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System Updates:
Maintain accurate records of MM data in SAP
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Reporting:
Generate inventory reports and provide insights on stock trends..
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Daily Planning review
: Plan and schedule inventory replenishment based on lead times, safety stock, and production needs.
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Production Planning:
Create production schedules based on demand, capacity, and resource availability.
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Material Planning:
Ensure timely procurement of raw materials or components.
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Coordination:
Work with sales team, warehouse staff, procurement, and finance to ensure smooth operations.
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Stakeholder Management,
local and international stakeholders.
Qualifications
•Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field
•Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with SAP is preferred
•Excellent communication skills in English