Planner / Buyer

Azenta LTD; Dorking; Sur place; GBP 35 000 - 55 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking a Planner/Buyer to coordinate demand forecasting and procure materials for production in our regulated life sciences environment.

You will manage supplier relationships, maintain inventory targets, and drive on-time delivery while optimizing costs and lead times. The role requires strong collaboration with production, quality, and change control teams to ensure GMP-aligned supply continuity.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in demand planning and purchasing in a production-driven environment.
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes including procurement, planning and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsabilités

• Develop, maintain, and improve accurate demand forecasts to support production and purchasing plans.
• Source and purchase raw materials, components, and indirect supplies in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure materials and products are available to meet production schedules and customer demand to achieve On Time Delivery (OTD).
• Monitor stock levels and consumption to anticipate needs, avoid stockouts, and reduce excess inventory.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to secure reliable supply and cost savings.

Connaissances

Demand planning

Purchasing

Supply chain

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

APICS certification

Outils

ERP systems

Description du poste

Job Title: Planner / Buyer

Azenta UK, Ltd.At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity

Job Description

The Planner Buyer is responsible for ensuring the timely procurement of raw materials, components, and consumables, as well as planning production schedules to meet customer demand and inventory targets. This role plays a critical part in maintaining supply continuity, optimizing inventory levels, and supporting manufacturing operations in a regulated life sciences environment.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop, maintain, and improve accurate demand forecasts to support production and purchasing plans
• Source and purchase raw materials, components, and indirect supplies in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Ensure materials and products are available to meet production schedules and customer demand to achieve On Time Delivery (OTD)
• Monitor stock levels and consumption rates to anticipate supply needs, avoid stockouts, and reduce excess inventory
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and secure reliable supply
• Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods
• Lead regular planning meetings to review production schedules, inventory status, and forecast and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and reliability and lead Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain process to increase efficiency and responsiveness

Metrics

• On-Time Delivery to Customer Request Date
• On-Time Supplier Delivery
• At Target Safety Stock
• Inventory Turns
• Revenue Target

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in demand planning and purchasing in a production-driven environment (life sciences or similar regulated industry preferred)
• Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, production planning, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align cross-functional teams
• High attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; APICS certification or equivalent is a plus

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please email at for assistance. Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran : UK - Wotton; UK - ManchesterType: Full time