Materials Planner / Buyer (Sick Cover) Location: Worcestershire Duration: Temporary (2-3 months) Pay Rate: £15 - £17 per hour Role Type: Immediate Start / Short-Term Cover Are you an experienced Materials Planner or Buyer looking for an urgent, well-paying temporary assignment in Worcestershire? We are partnering with an established manufacturing business to find a dedicated professional to provide crucial sick cover for a 2-to-3-month period. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring smooth plant operations by maintaining world-class material flow, controlling stock, and managing supplier relationships. What You'll Be Doing: Material Planning & Procurement: Plan and issue material purchase orders to align perfectly with plant demand and company plans (MPS/MRP). Supplier Management: Expedite orders, drive supplier quality and delivery performance, and ensure supply chain stability. Stock & Quality Control: Oversee non-conforming products (returns, rework, and scrap) and manage consignment stock and indirect purchasing. Manufacturing Systems: Create and manage works orders using internal manufacturing systems (SAP). Continuous Improvement: Actively support business improvement projects, uphold housekeeping standards, and champion a safe working environment. Team Support: Collaborate across departments and cover team absences as needed. What We Are Looking For: Systems & Computer Literacy: Strong IT skills with hands-on experience using SAP. Industry Background: A solid understanding of manufacturing processes, ideally including foundries and subcontract machining. Technical Skills: The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings. Commercial Awareness: A general understanding of stock turns versus cash flow. Communication & Approach: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a logical, methodical, and positive "can-do" attitude. ASC Connections Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity
Material Planner Buyer in Redditch employer: Asc Connections
Join a forward-thinking engineering company in the West Midlands that values innovation and employee development. With a strong focus on work-life balance, competitive salaries, and opportunities for international travel, this role as a Machine Tools Application Engineer offers a dynamic work environment where your technical skills will be nurtured and expanded. The collaborative culture encourages continuous learning and improvement, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
