Our client is a specialist in a highly technical engineering and manufacturing sector. They are looking for a Buyer / Materials Planner to join them during an exciting period of growth!
Buyer / Materials Planner Key Responsibilities:
- Source and purchase engineering components, precision-machined parts, electronic assemblies and general materials.
- Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing and terms, raise purchase orders and manage supplier relationships.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and purchasing commitments, resolving supply issues proactively.
- Review customer orders, engineering projects and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to identify and plan material requirements.
- Ensure components are available to meet production schedules, managing shortages and long-lead-time items.
- Monitor stock levels, maintain inventory accuracy and reduce excess or obsolete stock.
- Liaise with engineering to ensure suppliers receive accurate drawings, specifications and revision information.
- Support purchasing for prototypes, new product developments and repeat manufacturing.
- Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, stock and delivery information within the ERP system.
- Identify and implement improvements to purchasing, materials planning, stock control and supplier management processes.
Buyer / Materials Planner Ideal Candidate:
- Highly organised and methodical, able to manage multiple purchasing requirements and competing priorities.
- Proactive and forward-thinking, able to anticipate supply issues before they impact production.
- Self-reliant and confident taking ownership of purchasing and materials planning activities.
- Commercially aware, with the ability to balance cost, quality, lead times and stock requirements.
- A confident communicator, comfortable dealing with suppliers and working with engineers, technicians and management.
- Technically minded, adaptable and interested in understanding engineering components, products and manufacturing processes.
Buyer / Materials Planner Required Experience & Qualifications:
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, materials planning or supply chain coordination.
- Experience managing suppliers, purchasing activities and competing priorities independently.
- Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills, with confidence using spreadsheets and business management systems.
- Experience within engineering or manufacturing, purchasing precision-machined parts or electronic assemblies, and familiarity with engineering drawings, BOMs and component revision control would be advantageous.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems, particularly ERPNext, and exposure to low-volume manufacturing or new product development would also be beneficial.
Buyer / Materials Planner Benefits:
- Company pension scheme.
- Private BUPA health insurance.
- Company and personal bonus scheme of up to 10%.
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Opportunity to take ownership of a varied and important role within a specialist engineering business.
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Buyer and Materials Planner in Westbury employer: Jackie Kerr Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative engineering business in Purton as a Mechanical Engineer, where you will be part of a collaborative team that values hands-on experience and technical expertise. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities to engage in diverse projects, customer interactions, and industry exhibitions, all within a supportive work culture that encourages ownership and communication across functions. Our commitment to your professional development and the investment in cutting-edge recruitment technology ensures that you are well-equipped to thrive in your career with us.
