Job Advert: Production Planner / Buyer – £40,000 - £48,000 – Crawley, West Sussex (Office-Based)
A leading
manufacturing company based in Crawley, West Sussex
, is seeking a
Production Planner / Buyer
to join our operations team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional from a
manufacturing background
to take on a vital role within a fast-paced and growing business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Monitor and manage the
MRP system
to ensure a smooth and continuous flow of materials
* Raise and manage
purchase orders
with existing suppliers for production parts
* Maintain accurate
inventory levels
to meet production demands
* Liaise closely with production teams to ensure the correct parts are available for the production schedule
* Identify and resolve supply chain and scheduling issues to minimise production disruption
* Work cross-functionally with internal teams, including procurement, stores, and production
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a similar
Production Planner / Buyer
role within a
manufacturing environment
* Strong working knowledge of
MRP systems
* Solid experience in raising and managing
purchase orders
* Excellent
Microsoft Excel
skills (vlookups, pivot tables, data analysis)
* A Level qualified
or
qualified by experience
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Proactive, collaborative, and able to manage multiple priorities
Salary & Benefits:
* £40,000 - £48,000
per annum, depending on experience
* Office-based role,
Monday to Friday
* Located in Crawley, West Sussex – easily accessible from surrounding areas
If you thrive in a structured, fast-moving environment and have the experience to match, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join a company that values precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement.