Purchasing Controller

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative precision engineering company in Sheffield is seeking a Purchasing & Planning Controller for a 12-month contract. This role is pivotal in managing supplier relationships, ensuring material availability, and optimizing inventory. With a focus on quality and risk management, the ideal candidate will bring technical expertise and strong MRP skills to drive continuous improvement. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and a supportive work environment that values work-life balance, including early finishes on Fridays. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

1pm finish every Friday

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Option to buy additional holiday

Death in service (4 x salary)

Xmas shut down

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience in precision engineering, aerospace, or automotive manufacturing.
• Strong skills in MRP and Excel for material planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements to meet production schedules.
• Ensure quality and control inventory effectively.

Skills

Technical experience in precision engineering

MRP experience

Strong Excel skills

Inventory management

Supplier performance monitoring

Continuous improvement

Job description

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Client:

Elevation Recruitment Group

Location:

sheffield, south yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Purchasing & Planning Controller – Sheffield – Competitive salary

Elevation Recruitment Group are excited to be working exclusively with a dynamic precision engineering business in Sheffield who are looking for a Purchasing & Planning Controller to join their team for a 12 month contract.

As the Purchasing & Planning Controller, you'll be the main point of contact for customers and suppliers, ensuring materials are available to meet business needs. You'll also focus on managing risks, ensuring quality and keeping inventory under control.

• 1pm finish every Friday!
• 25 days holiday + bank holiday + the option to buy an additional 5 days holiday
• Death in service (4 x salary)
• Xmas shut down
• Pension

Hours: 8am – 4pm (Monday – Thursday) and 8am-1pm (Friday)

Required skills & experience:

• Previous experience in a technical environment - precision engineering, aerospace, automotive manufacturing etc
• MRP experience and strong Excel skills
• Plan and manage material requirements to meet production schedules, ensuring resource readiness and inventory optimisation
• Source materials in line with ISO9001 and AS9100 standards whilst utilising dual sourcing strategies
• Monitor supplier performance, address delivery issues and mitigate risks across the supply chain
• Maintain accurate planning data within the MRP system and report on key KPIs such as OTIF, lead times and inventory turns
• Drive continuous improvement and cost reduction through enhanced planning, supplier negotiation, and process optimisation

If you would like to discuss this Purchasing & Planning Controller role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now!