Personnel Selection are pleased to be working alongside this market-leading employer, who are currently seeking to recruit a Purchasing Coordinator (Planner-Buyer) on a full time and permanent basis.

Benefits include, 23 days holiday rising with service, a flexible hybrid working arrangement, pension, private medical, life assurance, wellness package and annual bonus, plus much more.

The ideal candidate for this role is Degree educated within in a related field and has experience of working in a similar post. 

The role will involve:

• Schedule stock replenishments based on forecasts and vendor capacity to maintain industry-standard fill rates and turns.
• Monitor customer backorders and initiate manufacturing as needed.
• Coordinate with finance business managers if the profitability of a planned manufacturing job drops below tolerance.
• Plan and complete procurement of finished goods from global manufacturers and suppliers.
• Work with the supply chain to ensure timely deliveries from vendors or internal shops.
• Connect with suppliers to resolve issues with costing, product specs, and stale life.

 The experience needed to make this role a success includes:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience as a planner-buyer desired.
• Proven experience with Excel, Oracle JD Edwards, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Capability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and successfully implement plans.
• Knowledge of book manufacturing processes and paper specifications is a plus.

If you would like to find out more about this role, please do apply now. We are ready to recruit!

Contact information

Loren Burton