Production and Materials Planner/Buyer
3 weeks ago
The purpose of this role is to work within the purchasing team and alongside the production team to provide consistent production plans in accordance with the availability of production lines, labour, and materials. You will play a key role in ensuring the efficient planning and purchasing of materials, contributing to the continued success of the business.
This is a junior - mid level position, reporting into the Procurement Manager.
Main duties include:
- Coordinate detailed production schedules in conjunction with manufacturing team
- Monitor stock levels, lead times and shortages ensuring that Syspro is up to date
- Manage resource allocation to optimise production efficiency
- Handle the daily release of necessary production documentation
- Review bi-weekly sales data to adjust build plans and prevent stock outs
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of all purchased materials and services
- Set up and maintain material, supplier, and planning data within the MRP/ERP system
- Keep the sales and productions teams informed about potential supply disruptions
Requirements:
- Proven track record of planning and buying in a manufacturing setting essential
- CIPS qualification or equivalent (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of planning and procurement principles
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems
- Understanding of day-to-day business activities and operations
- Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions
- Ability to work in a cross-functional team environment
- Ability to build strong relationships with external partners
- Must be organised and able to balance multiple priorities appropriately
Why Join Us:
At Grant Instruments, we pride ourselves on being one of the most innovative and longstanding manufacturing companies in the UK with a global presence. We offer endless opportunities for growth and learning. Our success is built on our people, and we are committed to developing tools and practices that make a positive impact on people's lives.
We adopted the 4-day working week over 2 years ago, so our working hours are 32 per week, Monday - Thursday, Fridays off
Other benefits include:
- 20 days holiday (as well as all Fridays off), plus all bank holidays
- Flexible working (4 days and hybrid)
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Income protection
- Life insurance
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Pension match up to 7%
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Accessibility:
If you need any reasonable adjustments to support you at any stage during the application process, please let us know how we can assist you.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Starting from £30,000 per year depending on experience.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV. We look forward to hearing from you
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