Aerospace Planning & Purchasing Coordinator

R.E. Thompson & Co. Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Life Assurance

Business mileage allowance

Company laptop and mobile phone provided

Team building events

Job summary

R.E. Thompson & Co. Ltd is seeking an Operations Coordinator to enhance our planning and purchasing functions. This key role involves managing materials and coordinating with suppliers to ensure seamless procurement for our operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and a related purchasing qualification. We offer a competitive salary and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning, purchasing, or supply chain within manufacturing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage materials to support production schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely procurement of materials.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams to resolve supply issues.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

CIPS or equivalent purchasing qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/MRP systems

Epicor or similar ERP systems

Job description

R.E. Thompson & Co. Ltd is seeking an Operations Coordinator to enhance our planning and purchasing functions. This key role involves managing materials and coordinating with suppliers to ensure seamless procurement for our operations.

The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, strong organizational skills, and a related purchasing qualification. We offer a competitive salary and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.