Buyer/ Planner

VENTURE ENGINEERING; Witney; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge engineering firm in Witney is seeking a Buyer/Planner. This role involves purchasing and production planning, ensuring materials are sourced correctly and schedules run smoothly. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and experience in a manufacturing environment. Benefits include a competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and flexible working arrangements. Interested applicants should send their CV and cover letter before 31st January 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

Private health and dental benefits

Flexible working/4-day week

Generous holiday allowance

Salary Sacrifice EV Car & Bike Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Social events and clubs

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing, planning or materials coordination within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate confidently with suppliers and internal project teams.
• Highly organised, prioritising and managing time effectively in a fast-paced setting.
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows including machining and fabrication.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and reading BOM structures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing activities ensuring timely material availability.
• Plan job schedules aligned with production requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiations.
• Track order status and resolve supply issues.
• Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data and support cost control.

Skills

Purchasing experience

Planning or materials coordination

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Understanding manufacturing workflows

Experience with ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About Venture

At Venture, we provide cutting‑edge engineering skills and expertise to clients worldwide, turning ambitious concepts into reality. Whether it’s fabricating precision components for various motorsport programs or designing and manufacturing prototype parts for a green energy storage system, our team thrives on delivering high‑performance engineering solutions. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a Buyer/ Planner to join our team.

About the Role

The Buyer/Planner sits at the operational heart of the business, ensuring that materials, components and subcontract services are sourced correctly, available on time, and aligned with production requirements. You will coordinate purchasing activity and plan job schedules, in line with workshop capacity and customer deadlines. Working closely with Engineering, Fabrication and Sub‑Assembly teams, you will help drive efficient builds and remove bottlenecks before they develop.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, communication and problem‑solving in a dynamic engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

Our Buyer/ Planner will take ownership of purchasing and production planning activities that ensure materials, parts and subcontract services are available when needed, and that build schedules run smoothly. You will work cross‑functionally to support efficient workflow, minimise delays and maintain accurate data across the business.

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Raise purchase orders for raw materials, hardware, consumables and subcontract services.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating lead times and pricing.
• Track order status, expedite late deliveries and proactively resolve supply issues.

Planning & Production Coordination

• Build, plan and run BOMs/MRP reports to identify shortages and trigger procurement actions.
• Produce, update and communicate production schedules aligned with workshop capacity.
• Create and maintain shortage lists, co‑ordinating resolutions with Stores and Workshop teams.
• Support smooth workflow through proactive planning and early risk identification.

Data, Systems & Cost Control

• Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data relating to costs, materials, lead times and job status.
• Ensure BOM structures, part information and supplier data remain current and accurate.
• Support the Operations Manager with cost inputs for quotes and project costing.
• Develop, track and report operational KPIs related to purchasing performance, supplier reliability, material availability and planning efficiency, ensuring continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications, Skills & Personal Attributes

Essential

• Experience in purchasing, planning or materials coordination, within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate confidently with suppliers and internal project teams.
• Highly organised, prioritising and managing time effectively, in a fast‑paced and changeable setting.
• Understand manufacturing workflows (e.g., machining, fabrication, assembly).
• Have experience of working with ERP/MRP systems and reading BOM structures.

Desirable

• Experience of Motorsport, precision engineering, automotive or aerospace environment.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous performance‑based bonus
• Comprehensive private health and dental benefits package
• Flexible working/ 4‑day week
• Generous holiday allowance & Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice EV Car & Bike Scheme plus on‑site free EV charging
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• Collaborative and innovative work environment
• Social events and clubs/ sport

How to Apply

If you’re interested in applying for this role, please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you believe you are a strong fit. Please ensure your cover letter clearly addresses your relevant skills and experience.

The closing date for applications is 31st January 2026, however Venture Engineering Ltd reserves the right to close the application process at any time should sufficient applications be received.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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Venture Engineering Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.