Are you an experienced Production Planning & Procurement Manager looking to take the next step in a dynamic, LEAN-focused manufacturing environment?
Join a leading UK designer and manufacturer of public outdoor infrastructure and lead procurement strategy and production planning to ensure smooth, cost-effective delivery aligned with project timelines.
Based near Newbury, Berkshire, you will own supplier relationships and champion continuous improvement through LEAN principles, helping drive operational excellence in a fast-growing, innovative business.
Have you worked for somewhere like Balfour Beatty, Kier Group or VolkerRail? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!
Benefits Package
* Company pension scheme - 3% employer contribution
* Life assurance (death in service) scheme - 2 x salary tax free
* Medicash medical expenses scheme - Level 4 for you and up to 4 children
* Health & wellbeing support package
* Performance-related bonus scheme - paid twice yearly
* Training opportunities provided = qualification-related pay increases
Pay & Shift
* £23.00 per hour (£48,000 per annum)
* 40 hours per week
* Monday to Friday
What we're looking for
* CIPS Level 5 or equivalent procurement qualification.
* Proven experience in procurement management and production scheduling.
* Strong negotiation, analytical, and organisational skills.
* Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software.
Your key responsibilities
* Own and maintain the Master Production Schedule
* Manage and optimise the MRP system for accurate demand planning
* Lead weekly planning meetings to coordinate with Production, Delivery, and Sales Admin teams
* Lead procurement strategies and manage supplier relationships
* Negotiate contracts and oversee the full procurement cycle
* Monitor supplier KPIs (cost, quality, delivery) and drive improvements
* Implement LEAN scheduling practices to reduce waste and optimise resources
* Manage and develop direct reports within the procurement team
Aligra have been established since 2007 and have since implemented supply partnerships with a number of the UK's leading logistics companies. Whilst we work across all industries, we specialise in recruitment and talent management for the Automotive & Engineering, Driving & Industrial, Hospitality and Professional & Executive sectors
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