Planner/ Buyer

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturing business for a Planner / Buyer to join their Operations team. This is a key role responsible for supporting production planning and purchasing activities to ensure materials, resources, and schedules are aligned to meet customer demand and business targets.

This position offers a great opportunity for someone with manufacturing experience to play a central role in driving efficiency, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.



What’s on Offer:

Job type: Full-time, permanent
Location: Battle
Salary: Up to £35,000, DOE



Key Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders for materials, components, tooling, subcontract services, and consumables
• Monitor material availability in line with production schedules
• Maintain and update ERP system data (supplier details, MOQ, MOC)
• Manage open purchase orders and subcontract requirements
• Monitor supplier performance against on-time delivery targets

• Maintain and update production schedules across multiple machines and assembly areas
• Allocate work based on capacity, machine availability, and deadlines
• Adjust schedules in response to material availability, tooling, and customer priorities
• Maintain and manage the open order book
• Communicate schedule updates, delays, and risks to internal teams and stakeholders
• Control and manage MRP (Material Requirements Planning)
• Monitor and maintain KANBAN stock levels and customer contracts
• Review customer forecasts and align production plans accordingly
• Attend production and customer meetings as required

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across planning and operations
• Promote and maintain a strong health & safety culture
• Ensure accurate data capture within production systems
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet business and customer requirements
• Provide support across departments during busy periods

Requirements

• Previous experience within a manufacturing operations or planning role
• Strong understanding of production scheduling principles
• Good IT skills including Excel and ERP/database systems
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach

Our Ideal Candidate

• Organised, proactive, and detail-focused
• Positive, “can-do” attitude with a willingness to learn
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Committed to continuous improvement and high standards

How to Apply
If you are an experienced Planner / Buyer or have a background in manufacturing operations and are looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact us for more information.

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