Buyer / Planner

North Atlantic Corp; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Buyer/Planner to ensure material availability for manufacturing operations. This role is vital for optimizing inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers, and enhancing supply chain processes. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in forecasting, inventory management, and possess strong analytical skills to improve internal operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a buyer/planner/material scheduler role for a direct manufacturer.
• Proficient in supply chain disciplines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders and monitor status of open purchase orders.
• Coordinate material flows and resolve PO discrepancies.
• Maintain material master system planning parameters.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory Management

Communication

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Tools

MS Excel

MS Office Suite

Job description

Buyer/Planners are essential to our Manufacturing Operations. You will work as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team, by utilizing, monitoring and developing the Supply Chain to meet internal and Customer Requirements. The Buyer/Planner has the primary responsibility of ensuring material availability to support the production schedule. Other responsibilities include managing inventory levels, supporting material/product level revisions, interacting/coordinating with suppliers on a variety of topics, and supporting other business functions as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production material as required by forecast and the production schedule.
• Participate in Supplier Selection, Reviews, Scorecards and corrective actions
• Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication and mitigation of future potential problems
• Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes
• Determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation and material lead times
• Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development
• Manage the inter-company flow or materials between warehouse locations
• Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers
• Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned
• Setup & maintain material master system planning parameters (MOQ, lead time, safety stocks)
• Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options
• Ensure and promote compliance to Company and Procurement policies and procedures
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve external & internal processes.

Key Skills Required

• Experience in a buyer/planner/material scheduler role working for a direct manufacturer
• Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines
• Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel
• Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail
• Excellent organization, communication and follow-up skills
• Able to influence others & manage conflict
• Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations
• Extremely high standards of excellence
• Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving
• Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods

Work Schedule

• Monday-Friday 7:00 AM- 4:00 PM with a 1/2 hour unpaid lunch break.