Moove Europe

Procurement Specialist Direct We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as our Procurement Specialist - Direct . Joining us on a full time, permanent basis (Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.30pm), with a minimum of three days a week at our Gravesend office. The Procurement Specialist - Direct will be responsible for performing and overseeing Moove s Direct Procurement (primarily Base Oil and Additives) for its Manufacturing of Lubricants in the UK. Responsibilities as our Procurement Specialist - Direct are to: End to end management of Procurement for Moove Europe Direct Categories (Base Oil and Additives) Category Strategy short term tactical plan of negotiations and tenders, commercial engagements and long term strategy (multi-round game theory) Terms and Conditions: Deep understanding of standards and Market practice and capacity to negotiate contracts, MoUs, and other commercial and technical agreements Base Oil Trading strategy and execution, including elaboration of Sourcing and Sale strategies and monitoring exposures, arbitrage and management of potential embedded derivatives (in case of trade imbalance) Strategic Partnerships with Critical Suppliers Risk Management for Critical Suppliers, Raw Materials and Services Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) model and frameworks applied Supplier Performance: active monitoring and management to drive continuous improvement - Develop, implement, and track supplier metrics to evaluate and drive performance Global Commodities strategy, including active management of Cost Curve of Base Oil across refineries in all continents Define and implement procurement strategies at a European and Global level for COGS reductions and efficiencies Employ strategies to ensure business continuity Manage suppliers Safety (directly) and implication of their performance into Moove s safe operations Advance the understanding of the market trends and identify the factors which influence availability and pricing Consult across the business to provide information regarding supply constraints, pricing initiatives and supplier performance Demonstrate, lead and encourage best practice within the procurement process to achieve continuous improvement, complexity reduction, and efficiencies Identify sustainability solutions within the supply chain, including scope 2 and 3 emissions optimisation Own, manage, improve and ensure compliance with Procurement and Procurement related policies Manage activities in ERP and other systems Ensure compliance with Trade / Legal requirements Optimise Cash Flow by driving improvement of Payment Terms and strategies of Inventory Management improvement Lead negotiations and strategy with 3rd party manufacturers Actively develop new suppliers - continuously Manage Tenders, negotiations and Sourcing plans Drive Innovation in Procurement, including through development of new products, technologies Drive efficiency improvement in Procurement activities by management of resources across operations and through employment of optimisation solutions (eg. RPA and other types of automation and process improvements) Behave as the guardian of costs of the organization, and represents the company s values and strategy with suppliers market Attend and represent Moove in industry boards and associations Support Marketing and Sales teams with supply contracts that will enable increase results (volume, margin), growth and expansion Develop solutions that will increase transparency and efficiency across Procurement and in the communications with suppliers and other Moove teams Develop and manage departmental OPEX budget as part of the overall Operations OPEX budgetary submission. Essential Skills Required: Leadership qualities typically acquired through several years of experience in related roles with strong decision making and accountability Demonstrated experience in Procurement, Supply Chain and Base Oil Trading management in operations with Manufacturing and distribution across various countries Established understanding and knowledge of market economics, cost drivers, value chains etc Strong strategic and analytic approach to procurement with knowledge of strategic sourcing principles and practice Proven negotiations skills and understanding of strategic supplier/customer dynamics Independent and autonomous in negotiations of Contracts/MoU/LoI/Terms and Conditions with suppliers and Trading partners Expert communication and presentation skills both verbal and written Advanced understanding or Trading terms Able to handle multiple priorities Results focus with a can-do attitude Desirable Skills: Engineering, Science, Commerce or Business Degree Knowledge of suppliers and products related to the lubricant industry Knowledge of Lubricants Formulations and key performance and value drivers Knowledge of Manufacturing, S&OP and B2B Marketing A sound understanding of commercial and business fundamentals and drivers of the wider lubricants business Experience with SAP S/4HANA Proficiency in French, Portuguese or Spanish In return for joining us as Procurement Specialist - Direct you will receive: Competitive Salary Annual Bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays annually (pro-rata) Contributory pension scheme (company match up to 7%) Life Assurance 4x basic salary Medicash EAP ad Perks Free Parking Enhanced Family Leave Company events Interested in becoming a Moover? Join us as our Procurement Specialist - Direct and be part of a global organisation who truly value their employees, encourage development and progression. If yes, apply today, we d love to hear from you! Please note we endeavour to reply to everyone, but it is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of your application, please assume in this instance we have not been able to progress.

Production Planner Gravesend We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as our Production Planner, fully office based at our European Head office in Gravesend, Kent. Joining us on a full time, permanent basis (Monday - Friday 8.30 - 5.30pm). Moove is a leading provider of automotive lubricants, oils, and chemicals throughout the UK, Europe, and Asia. We are part of Cosan a Global provider of Energy and Logistics. At our European Head office, we have 200 employees and over 26 different languages spoken. This is a high energy, fast evolving environment. If you love innovation and embrace change, we are the company for you. The Production Planner has direct responsibility for planning and scheduling lubricants and chemicals manufacturing activities to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay. Responsibilities as our Production Planner are to: Create and manage the weekly production schedule, MPS Work alongside S&OP specialist to ensure the availability of raw materials and components, MRP Raise and process work orders Develop, implement, and monitor the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in alignment with customer demand and inventory targets. Lean key player - ensure high OEE and Adherence to Plan is achieved Monitor production progress and revise schedules to accommodate changes in demand, material delays, or equipment downtime Chair weekly planning meeting Coordinate with supply chain and procurement to ensure timely availability of materials Generate 4-week capacity plan status with key actions and support required as part of the S&OP cycle First line of contact and provide support to the manufacturing team Work closely with manufacturing team to optimize and improve weekly schedule to support customer requirements Liaise daily with various internal departments (incl. Customer Experience, Distribution, Marketing and Sales team) Ensure high customer service levels are achieved and maintained (OTIF) Lead and own root causing for Gravesend factory Optimise inventory levels within set limits Build and utilise planning tools through internal systems (e.g. Excel, Power BI and SAP) to analyse data and support ongoing automation for long term improvement Conduct continuous improvement and planning projects Support the team with daily activities Essential Skills Required: Previous experience of production planning Good understanding of manufaufaturing processes Familiarity with capacity planning and scheduling tools Accuracy, attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills Advanced excel skills Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP) Experience in a similar industry would be an advantage Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing processes Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks Proven proactive and self-starter skills; displays ownership, initiative and drive Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities and stakeholders; strong interpersonal skills Proven ability to manage deadlines Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment Desirable Skills: Knowledge of suppliers and products related to lubricant industry Knowledge of Manufacturing Experience with SAP S/4HANA PowerBi, DAX, SQL Proficiency in French, Portuguese or Spanish In return for joining us as our Production Planner you will receive: Competitive Salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory pension scheme (company match up to 7%) Life Assurance 4x basic salary Medicash and Perks Enhanced Family Leave Company Events Free Parking At Moove, how we work matters just as much as what we do. Our culture is built on five core attitudes that guide us every day: We re In This Together We collaborate, support one another, and aim higher as a team. Open Mind We value diversity, empathy, and inclusive thinking. Always Safe We put safety and wellbeing above all else. Real Talk We communicate openly, honestly, and respectfully. Think Big, Carry It Out Simply We act with purpose, simplify complexity, and deliver results. If these values speak to you, you ll thrive at Moove. Interested in becoming a Moover? Join us as our Production Planner and be part of a global organisation who truly value their employees, encourage development and progression. If yes, apply today, we d love to hear from you! Please note we endeavour to reply to everyone, but it is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of your application, please assume in this instance we have not been able to progress.