Logistics and Production Planning Assistant

Amphenol Advanced Sensors; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturer in Taunton seeks a Logistics and Production Planning Assistant to support various logistics activities. Responsibilities include stock management, material delivery to production lines, and procurement activities. Candidates should have minimum GCSEs in English and Maths, proficiency in MRP/ERP systems, and be fully PC literate. The position offers 26 days annual holiday, pension contributions, and other benefits. Applications are welcomed for this full-time role.

Benefits

26 days annual holiday + Public Holidays

Defined Contribution Pension

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection

Free car parking

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of company systems such as MRP/ERP.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse environments is desirable.
• Experience in purchasing activities related to cost, delivery, and quality is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stock levels and process deliveries.
• Supply production lines with materials promptly.
• Analyse procurement reports and negotiate terms.
• Maintain accurate supplier information.
• Contribute to quality and environmental certification efforts.

Skills

Accuracy in data management and reporting

Fully PC literate, Microsoft Office

Ability to work effectively under pressure

Education

Minimum GCSE in English & Maths

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Join a Leading Fortune 500 Company on the Rise! Amphenol Advanced Sensors is a successful and rapidly growing Fortune 500 company, offering an excellent opportunity for a Logistics and Production Planning Assistant to join the team.

Location: Taunton, TA2 8QY

Salary: Competitive

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Amphenol Advanced Sensors is a pioneering leader in advanced sensing technologies and innovative embedded measurement solutions tailored for regulatory and industry-driven applications. Our focus is on creating value by delivering crucial information for real-time decision-making.

We provide domain expertise, swift customisation, world-class manufacturing capabilities, and foster enduring customer relationships, all aimed at delivering the utmost value in terms of cost of ownership for our customers. Don t miss out on this opportunity to join a successful, growing Fortune 500 Company!

Logistics and Production Planning Assistant The Role:

This is a role what includes supporting several logistics activities, including stores, stock control, buying and planning to comply with short and long-term business goals. The role also includes cooperating with other departments, regularly, to ensure the correct information is available for production and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Stock Management: Oversee stock levels, process deliveries to maintain timelines
• Material Delivery: Supply production lines with materials promptly
• Procurement: Analyse reports, place orders, confirm documentation, negotiate terms
• Supplier Management: Maintain accurate supplier information, set up new accounts
• Compliance Support: Contribute to quality and environmental certification efforts
• System Maintenance: Keep MRP/ERP updated with current specifications
• Materials Manager Assistance: Manage work order database, update lead times and schedules, support KPI reporting
• Policy Adherence: Uphold company policies, conduct stock counts, ensure safety and quality

You:

Required

• Minimum GCSE in English & Maths
• Knowledge and understanding of company systems e.g. MRP/ERP
• Accuracy in data management and reporting
• Fully PC literate, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum)
• Numerate and literate
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast moving production environment

Desirable

• Previous experience in fast paced manufacturing / warehouse environment
• Experience of working with company systems (MRP/ ERP etc.)
• Experience in the field of purchasing activities with relation to Cost, Delivery and Quality

Benefits:

• 26 days annual holiday + Public Holidays
• Defined Contribution Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Free car parking

There is no sponsorship on offer for this role.

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