Inventory & Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing

Right Now Recruitment; Henfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Right Now Recruitment is seeking an Inventory Administrator in Henfield to join an established manufacturing business. You will support purchasing and production by raising purchase orders, monitoring stock and ensuring timely deliveries to meet customer deadlines.

Working closely with Production, Planning and suppliers, you will manage supplier communications, negotiate terms, and maintain accurate stock records. The role offers a 37.5 hour week with a salary of £28,000–£33,000.

Qualifications

• Experience raising and managing purchase orders.
• Experience working in manufacturing/production environments.
• Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience using an ERP, MRP or purchasing system.

Responsibilities

• Raise and manage purchase orders for materials and production requirements.
• Source materials and obtain quotations from approved and new suppliers.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure materials are available to meet production requirements.
• Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability and delivery times.
• Track outstanding orders and proactively resolving delays or shortages.
• Work closely with Production and Planning teams to understand upcoming material requirements.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and stock records.
• Review supplier performance, pricing and delivery to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the resolution of quality, delivery and purchasing issues.
• Ensure purchase orders and associated documentation are accurate and processed on time.
• Support stock takes and maintaining appropriate stock levels.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, costs and supplier relationships.

Skills

Purchase order management

Supplier communication

Negotiation skills

Tools

ERP

MRP system

Job description

Right Now Recruitment is seeking an Inventory Administrator in Henfield to join an established manufacturing business. You will support purchasing and production by raising purchase orders, monitoring stock and ensuring timely deliveries to meet customer deadlines.

Working closely with Production, Planning and suppliers, you will manage supplier communications, negotiate terms, and maintain accurate stock records. The role offers a 37.5 hour week with a salary of £28,000–£33,000.