Junior Buyer & Material Planner: Manufacturing MRP/ERP

Vickerstock; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading heavy manufacturing company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Junior Buyer/Material Planner to join their team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will optimize material schedules, manage purchase orders, and ensure timely communication with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position within manufacturing, as well as skills in material resource planning and proficiency in MS Excel. This role offers competitive benefits and a chance to grow in a top industry environment.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Group Income Protection

Life Assurance

33 days annual leave

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a similar role within manufacturing.
• Experience in material resource planning or buying.
• Competency in using MRPs/ERPs.

Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and optimise material schedules to support production timelines.
• Place purchase orders and track delivery performance.
• Maintain strong communication with suppliers regarding lead times and forecasts.
• Collaborate with production planners to align material requirements.
• Drive improvements through supplier engagement.
• Manage ERP/MRP data for accuracy.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Material resource planning

Buying experience

MS Excel proficiency

Tools

MRP software

ERP systems

Job description

A leading heavy manufacturing company in Northern Ireland is seeking a Junior Buyer/Material Planner to join their team on a full-time basis. In this role, you will optimize material schedules, manage purchase orders, and ensure timely communication with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience in a similar position within manufacturing, as well as skills in material resource planning and proficiency in MS Excel. This role offers competitive benefits and a chance to grow in a top industry environment.