Purchasing Manager / Production Planner

Jacob Thomas Associates; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Purchasing Manager / Production Planner to enhance their manufacturing operations. This role involves developing production schedules, overseeing procurement, and collaborating with various teams to ensure quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have experience with ERP systems and a strong background in supply chain management. Join a family-run facility that values training and development, and enjoy benefits like free parking and generous annual leave. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Free Car Parking

Training and Development Opportunities

28 Days Annual Leave (Inclusive of Bank Holidays)

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning and purchasing management.
• Qualifications in Supply Chain Management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer requirements.
• Oversee procurement of raw materials and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

ERP Systems

Production Planning

Purchasing Management

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualifications in Supply Chain Management

Job description

Job Title: Purchasing Manager / Production Planner

Shift Pattern: 08:30 am – 17:00 pm Monday to Friday

Our client is looking to recruit an experienced Purchasing Manager / Production Planner to join their family run manufacturing facility based in Leicester.

The Benefits:

• Free car parking
• Training and development opportunities
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)

The Role:

• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet customer requirements and optimise resources
• Monitor production workflows, identifying and addressing potential delays
• Collaborate with the team to ensure adherence to quality standards and timely delivery
• Monitoring and logging of production timings, analysing data and working with operations manager to drive efficiency
• Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and equipment necessary for production
• Maintain relationships with suppliers to secure favourable terms and ensure supply chain reliability
• Monitor inventory levels, implementing strategies to minimise costs while preventing shortages
• Work closely with the sales and customer service teams to forecast demand and adjust production plans accordingly
• Coordinate with the accounts department and managing director to manage budgets and control expenditures related to production and procurement
• Analyse production and procurement processes, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Experience of using ERP systems
• Qualifications within Supply Chain Management
• Experience within production planning and purchasing management
• Construction materials / construction industry experience advantageous
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritise according to business needs

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