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Production & Procurement Specialist On-site | Permanent
Butler Rose is delighted to have been exclusively appointed on behalf of our client, a growing manufacturing business in the Buckfastleigh area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team in a key role that ensures the efficient planning of operations, optimisation of stock levels, and continuity of supply to meet business objectives.
As part of a business experiencing growth and transformation, you will have the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, and supply chain optimisation. Due to the nature of this role, it is an on-site position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Production Planning and create weekly production plans based on forecasts and stock level requirements.
- Processing of all purchase orders related to production
- Negotiating with suppliers for price reviews and credit terms
- Assessing and recommending potential new and secondary suppliers, as well as tendering contracts, based on MRP
- Ensure stock availability to meet customer demands on time and in full.
- Liaise closely with the sales team to align forecasts with production capacity, including bespoke orders.
- React to unforeseen production changes and proactively address potential shortfalls with management.
- Assess new supplier opportunities and act as a key contact for supplier relationships.
- Oversee the supply of essential raw materials, ensuring timely production and delivery.
- Manage and resolve supply issues, keeping accurate records of supplier performance.
- Maintain product and supplier specifications
- Manage periodic and annual stock takes, ensuring accurate stock valuation.
- Keep purchase orders updated in real-time and collaborate with the Technical Team to record specifications upon receipt of goods.
- Assist in streamlining stock control processes to improve efficiency.
- Make stock adjustments and transfers as required.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone with a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Package
- £38,000
- Monday to Friday permanent role
- Company pension
- Enhanced leave entitlement
- Further development opportunities
If you have experience in planning or procurement in a manufacturing environment and are looking for a role in a fast-growing business, Butler Rose would love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Butler Rose today.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
