Strategic Planner & Buyer – Life Sciences

Azenta Life Sciences; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking a Planner/Buyer to ensure timely procurement of materials and to plan production schedules that meet customer demand in a regulated life sciences environment.

You will forecast demand, source and purchase materials, manage purchase orders, monitor stock levels, negotiate terms with suppliers, and lead planning meetings to review schedules and forecasts for On Time Delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning and purchasing in a production-driven environment.
• Understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; APICS certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve demand forecasts to support production and purchasing plans.
• Source and purchase raw materials, components, and indirect supplies in compliance with company policies.
• 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 and reduce excess inventory.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Lead regular planning meetings to review production schedules and forecast updates.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and lead quarterly business reviews.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain process.

Skills

Demand planning

Purchasing

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field

Job description

Azenta UK, Ltd. is seeking a Planner/Buyer to ensure timely procurement of materials and to plan production schedules that meet customer demand in a regulated life sciences environment.

You will forecast demand, source and purchase materials, manage purchase orders, monitor stock levels, negotiate terms with suppliers, and lead planning meetings to review schedules and forecasts for On Time Delivery.