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Procurement Officers

​MPI are looking for a contract 2 Procurement Officers for contact positions for our client who is based in Deeside, Flintshire.RATE OF PAY£13.42 Per Hour – PAYEThis role is deemed Inscope of IR35 Position 1- This is to cover maternity leave which is expected to be from Oct 2021 to Sept 2022Position Role 2 - This position will be from Oct 2021 to Mar 202237 hours per week, Monday to Friday.JOB PURPOSETo provide commercial procurement/purchasing contract solutions in support of the clients businesses in accordance with all MoD, Government and European procurement policies/legislation.RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB1.Comply with all current MoD, government & European procurement legislation, ensuring all quality procedures and relevant International Regulations are adhered to (ITAR).2.Ensure transactional activities are being performed on the appropriate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and all activities within the team are carried out in accordance with the clients business systems and KPI’s.3.Procure goods and services using authorised and internal credit card procedure within the delegation level granted to the role, maintaining monthly credit card log, reconciliation of spend and report to Finance.4.Obtain best value for money for purchases undertaken by utilising existing frameworks and testing the market for prices.5.Advise & support the Business in its procurement needs using the appropriate strategy and producing associated reports.6.Create pricing structures and assess impacts for the business.7.Manage the tender process and associated activities, including assessment of the tender pack as required and to present findings.8.Input order placement onto the business ERP system and associated activities as required.9.Maintain and develop supplier relationships, activities such as pricing, resolving invoice queries, delivery issues etc.10.Write, manage and oversee procurement contracts on behalf of the business11.Manage and support ad-hoc projects required, sourcing suppliers for required tasks.12.Investigate and resolve invoice queries and advise finance department.13.Understand scope requirement to support with bid development, procurement input and to attend meetings.14.Monitor and manage spend to assess year on year savings in contracts.15.Drive continuous improvement and implement any process improvements utilising the knowledge and skills within the team.16.Develop & maintain productive working relationships with the wider team.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS•Experience and understanding of business practices and business systems•Ability to follow defined business processes•Experience of procurement systems and tools•Negotiation, project management & financial analysis•Interpretation of quotations and tender pricing against set criteria•Knowledge of EU legislation and regulations•Competent IT skills including Microsoft products, internet INTELLECTUAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB·Ability to work indepently planning and managing own workload, reporting to supervisor·A level of decision making required to test the market and processes to use·Ability to be proactive and reactive to situations·A level of problem solving for any potential issues with orders, tight deadlines etc.·Stay up to date with relevant legislation and apply to situationsCOMMUNICATION DEMANDS OF THE JOB·Various forms of communication required with both internal customers and external suppliers by email, telephone, face-to-face.·Attending meetings on site and occasionally at other locations·Interaction with all levels of businessREQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE·CIPS status or equivalent such as NVQ 4 in purchasing or willingness to work towards within an agreed timeframe·Must have previous experience in a commercial environment Candidates who wish to apply please email a CV to Telfordstaff@mpi.ltd.uk

Machine Shop Costings Manager

​MPI are looking for a permanent Costing Manager for our aviation-based customer based at Stansted Airport. JOB PURPOSE:To manage the commercial team and the estimators. To oversee and assist in the completion of quotations and tenders. To complete contract reviews and manage department work flow. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:·         Manage a team of estimators to ensure all requests for pricing is completed promptly and accurately.·         Complete quotations and assist in bidding work packages·         Managing the contract review process and ensure its closed out·         Ensuring all relevant data/drawings/models are collected prior to quoting. Hand these packs to estimators.·         Work with the Estimators, Cad/Cam, Operators and Value Stream Manager to cost jobs accurately.·         Monitoring the day to day commercial performance of each customer account ·         Regularly liaising with existing clients to manage expectations·         Gathering feedback on quotes submitted in order to collect information as to why we may have been unsuccessful at winning bids.·         Identifying bottle necks and issues which could result in delayed responses to RFPs·         Completing bid packages as per the RFP instructions. Gathering the information from the relevant departments and filling in the customer templates.·         Upkeep of electronic and paper records.·         Provide accurate lead times and forecasts by liaising with capacity management process owners.·         Providing detailed information and reports to the CEO. Jobs quoted, success rate etc·         Managing a range of customer bids at any one time. Ensure that these are completed by yourself and the team promptly.·         Assisting with content of company literature and out-going correspondence·         Ensure holiday cover is in place and department has low risk of staff shortages.·         Manage team performance and carry out disciplinaries when/if required.·         Perform any other duties within your capabilities as directed by the Company SKILLS AND EXPERIECE:·         Experience within CNC Milling and/or fabrication of sheet metals·         Be able to schedule and plan work flow effectively ·         Ability to accurately read Aerospace drawings and bill of materials.·         Successful track record of people management and leadership·         Experience in costing work packages·         Ability to follow and improve business process and improve upon existing processes. ·         Excellent planning and organisation skills·         High level of organisation and an attention to detail·         Team Player with excellent written and oral communication skills·         Good understanding of MS Office, Excel and business systems and procedures.SALARY8.30 am – 17.00 pm Monday - FridaySalary to be discussed on application.Candidates who wish to apply please email a CV to Kerrie Hill kerrieh@mpi.ltd.uk

Machine Shop Estimator

​MPI are looking for a permanent Commercial Estimator for our aviation-based customer based at Stansted Airport. JOB PURPOSE:To play a key role in the submission of quotations and tenders on behalf of the company. To determine and develop the most suitable and economically viable engineering methods for projects. You will estimate timescales for completion and ensure progress to plan by working closely with site managers, purchasing and other engineers at all stages, co-ordinating the materials, plant, equipment and labour in line with customer requirements. You will also act as the primary commercial interface between the Company and its customers, drafting contracts, negotiating, and liaising as appropriate. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:·         Ensure stable, transparent and traceable market driven cost structures and provide accurate costing and pricing figures to the company’s business development team·         Support the development, implementation and optimization of market driven costings and manage and analyse all materials against a project ·         To estimate CNC 3, 4, 5 Axis Milling and Turning.·         To estimate complex fabricated parts, pressings, stretch form, heat treatment, pipe/ducts and wet/dry Assembly.·         Obtain material, bought out and treatment prices and lead-times.·         Produce accurate costing estimates in response to customers / product developments ·         Read and assess drawings confidently, be able to interpret MODELS and Lofts·         Ensure that Customer expectations are met and exceeded and identify areas for improvement·         Preparation of quotes/submission, putting bids together and agreeing contracts·         Liaise with internal colleagues regarding product set-up, routings and other technical aspects·         Perform any other duties within your capabilities as directed by the Company·         Stay compliant with the latest manufacturing technologies  SKILLS AND EXPERIECE: ·         Estimating within either CNC milling in 3,4,5-axis / CNC Turning/ Fabrication and/or Assembly is essential·         Previous experience in estimating and costing is essential·         Experience within a similar role in an aerospace environment is essential ·         Experience working with Titanium, Aluminum and Steel·         Ability to obtain material, AGS and treatment quotations, and working with suppliers and procurement to secure long term pricing.·         Prior Milling and/or fabrication experience·         Ability to work to deadlines is essential ·         Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is essential·         Proficient in the use of MS Office programs, particularly Excel and CATIA·         Must be capable of producing work to a high standard·         Have excellent communication skills and will be expected to develop working relationships across all departments of the business·         Self-motivated, enthusiastic and capable of working to challenging deadlinesSALARY8.30 am – 17.00 pm Monday - FridaySalary to be discussed on application.Candidates who wish to apply please email your CV to Kerrie Hill kerrieh@mpi.ltd.uk

Aircraft Materials Supplier / Stores Person

Job Title: Aircraft Materials Supplier / Stores PersonLocation: Luton AirportStart: ASAPDuration: Until May/June 2022Shifts: Monday - Friday1 week earlies, 1 week lates:1 week 7am - 3pm /1 week 3pm - 11pm Rate:£12.69 per hour - Umbrella £11.62 per hour - PSC (inscope)£10.15 per hour – PAYE Must have a full driving licencePhotographic ID is a must (Passport or Driving Licence & Birth Certificate) Full ID will be required - previous 5 years work/education history, CRC and GSATHF and SFAR88 is also a requirement. Can be completed once started.Job Purpose Provide store functions to include Material Movements and general duties.Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities·       Responsible for receiving, checking, & unpacking stock on incoming deliveries, and ensuring they are done in a timely manner.·       Report any discrepancies for short shipments or damaged goods using the correct process via their line manager.·       Ensure accuracy of all inventory held in the Stores by being active in inventory audit.·       Ensure work queues are kept to a minimum and within target.·       Issue & receive tools to production.·       Maintain security and integrity of the Store.·       Ensure Stores is arranged in a tidy, orderly and safe manner.·       You will be required to work shiftsKey Skills,Knowledge, Experience, Competencies & Qualifications:·       GCSE level C min / NVQ Level 2·       Good numeracy, accuracy·       IT Literate (AMOS & Microsoft desk top)·       Should be able to demonstrate their ability in stressful situations (working to deadlines)·       Practice of keeping a HM Custom & Excise Bonded store·       Forklift driving permit (desirable)·       Ability to hold an airport identification permitPersonal Attributes·       Customer focused·       Team player·       Passion for results·       Flexible·       AdaptableBehaviours·       Displays enthusiasm and commitment·       Achieves win-win outcomes·       Demonstrates self-confidence·       Maintains focus under pressure·       Displays drive and determination·       Is focused on results·       Maintains high standards of ethics i.e. keeps promises, tells the truth, follows through on commitments.  If successful in this role, an Airside Pass would be required. This would entail Criminal Record Check/Police Check from any country that you have resided in for 6 months or longer within the last 5 years. A GSAT would also be required. Cost of CRC and GSAT is to be met by the individual once started. Training will also be required. The majority of training is provided free of charge, but the applicant will have to pay for Human Factors and Fuel Tank Safety.  PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS LETTER DOES NOT FORM PART OF ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN US, AND ANY PARTS OF THE INFORMATION CAN BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY EITHER OUR CLIENTS OR OURSELVES. IT IS SENT FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AS SOON AS YOUR ASSIGNMENT HAS COMMENCED, YOU WILL BE SENT A DEFINITIVE CONTRACT.