Overview
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? This company is seeking a highly motivated Planning and Purchasing Manager to play a pivotal role in their operations. With cutting-edge projects, a focus on innovation, and a commitment to delivering excellence, this opportunity offers the chance to make a real impact while working in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
What You Will Do
* Collaborate across departments to foster strong relationships with internal suppliers and customers, ensuring seamless communication and operations.
* Develop and manage the master production plan, working closely with sales, projects, and manufacturing teams to implement schedules that align with capacity and business needs.
* Oversee the purchasing function, ensuring materials are available to meet production requirements while maintaining stock levels within agreed limits.
* Monitor supplier performance and costs, addressing quality issues and driving continuous improvement in procurement processes.
* Lead and mentor the planning and purchasing team, ensuring effective use of the company\'s MRP system and fostering a positive, high-performing work environment.
* Support logistics operations, ensuring materials are delivered on time and in the right place, while contributing to stock control and overall efficiency.
What You Will Bring
* Proven expertise in planning manufacturing operations using MRP systems, with a track record of success in a similar role.
* In-depth knowledge of purchasing processes, including supplier management and cost control.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and develop a team while driving productivity and collaboration.
* Exceptional problem-solving abilities, capable of making timely decisions and managing complex challenges under pressure.
* Proficiency in Microsoft products and experience in working within a lean manufacturing environment, particularly in discrete or one-piece flow production.
This company is at the forefront of manufacturing innovation, producing customised refrigerated display cabinets for a diverse range of clients. The Planning and Purchasing Manager will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth operation of their integrated processes, contributing to the company\'s mission of delivering high-quality products while driving efficiency and excellence. This role is vital in bridging the gap between sales and production, making it a unique and rewarding opportunity for the right individual.
Interested?
If you\'re ready to embrace this exciting challenge and bring your expertise to a company that values innovation and teamwork, apply today. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
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