Materials Buyer & Planner: Optimize Inventory & Supply

Rose 360; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing business is recruiting for a Buyer Planner in Nottingham. The role involves analyzing stock levels, coordinating material supplies, and liaising with various departments to resolve issues. Ideal candidates will have knowledge in materials buying or planning, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers up to £14 per hour, with a temp to perm duration.

Benefits

Opportunity to join a global leading company

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge in materials buying or planning.
• Experience with Microsoft packages, particularly Excel, is essential.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and review raw material and finished goods stock levels.
• Co-ordinate supply of materials within defined inventory levels.
• Liaise with Customer Service, Manufacturing, and other departments regarding supply or stock issues.
• Work with Purchasing on supplier development and inventory management.
• Manage consignment stock agreements with suppliers.
• Resolve material control issues and discrepancies.
• Make independent decisions relating to materials control within set limits.
• Raise production orders as required.
• Provide costing, reporting, and statistical information as needed.

Skills

Knowledge in materials buying or planning

Strong experience using Microsoft packages such as Excel

Strong organisational and communication skills

Job description

A well-established manufacturing business is recruiting for a Buyer Planner in Nottingham. The role involves analyzing stock levels, coordinating material supplies, and liaising with various departments to resolve issues. Ideal candidates will have knowledge in materials buying or planning, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers up to £14 per hour, with a temp to perm duration.