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We are looking for an experienced Production Planner/Buyer to organise production according to demand and quality standards. You will be the one to ensure raw material are delivered on time and ensure schedule adherence. The production planner/ buyer will need to be well-versed in production procedures and ways to optimise those as well building relationships with suppliers. We are looking for someone who is organised and results-driven with great problem-solving skills.

Key Skills:

• To schedule the turning process
• To control the inventory levels from a raw material state
• Build relationships with suppliers and negotiate with them for the best pricing
• Expedite internal and external orders and as required of raw material and components to support schedules
• Process requisitions and update management on status of orders
• To monitor production performance and capacity against required output levels.
• To monitor and improve OTD of the turning cell
• Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery
• To control the inventory levels of raw material and ensure replenishment by placing orders with suppliers and following them up
• · Deal with any invoice queries that may arise in relation with raw material purchase orders
• Liaise with manufacturing engineering to review manufacturing feasibility and possible raw material changes
• Ensure compliance of purchased raw material to our internal specifications

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Proven experience as a Production Planner or Buyer
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Experience in MRP
• Competency in MS Office and ERP Systems
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment or independently o0 multiple projects with strict completion deadlines
• Ability to solve problems in a team / manufacturing environment
• The ideal candidate will have CPIM or CIPS or equivalent
• Lean manufacturing knowledge would also be an advantage

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: LNplan