Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator

O-I has more than a century of experience crafting pure, sustainable, brand-building glass packaging for many of the world’s best-known food and beverage brands. We are proud to provide high quality glass packaging for beer, wine, spirits, food, non-alcoholic beverages, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

As Plant Purchasing and Logistics Co-ordinator, this position combines two key elements: purchasing and logistics.

You will be responsible for: -

Onsite management of specific M&E activities

Working in partnership with the wider procurement team to achieve organisational objectives - Sourcing and selecting vendors to deliver cost-effective, quality solutions with timely delivery of items and services

Ensuring traceability of transactions through comprehensive recording and information transparency

Management of one-way packaging and optimisation of packaging costs

Maintaining SOX compliance and supporting internal audit requirements

Conducting onsite and offsite location stock counts and audits to ensure inventory accuracy

Management of returnable packaging and coordination of packaging returns

Liaising with Production and Logistics teams regarding stock levels, deliveries, and supply chain requirements

Monitoring supplier performance against agreed key performance indicators and service level agreements

Analysing procurement data and costs to identify savings opportunities and process efficiencies

Maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements

Supporting the implementation of inventory management systems and process improvements

The successful candidate will have

• Ideally experience with both low-level procurement and logistics functions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and SAP systems
• Proven experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to analyse procurement data and identify cost savings opportunities
• Working knowledge of SOX controls and regulatory standards
• Ability to manage your time effectively within deadlines and competing priorities
• Experience conducting stock counts, audits, and inventory reconciliations
• Proficiency in maintaining accurate records and documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements
• Experience with inventory management systems and process improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of supplier performance management and key performance indicator monitoring
• Familiarity with packaging optimisation and returnable packaging coordination
• Strong communication and liaison skills across multiple departments
• Problem-solving ability and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.