Salary - £27,000
9 month FTC
Monday to Friday 40 hour week.
Coppice is a market-leading and international supplier of aluminium food packaging, renowned for innovation, quality and service. As we continue with our ambitious growth plans, we are seeking like-minded individuals to support and enhance our team on an exciting journey.
As a Buyer, you will be responsible for ensuring that your daily tasks are completed efficiently and for the smooth operation of the Purchasing department. As a Production Repack Planner, you will plan and schedule the Repack / Factored value stream, monitor supply flow, and identify shortages or bottlenecks. You must evaluate customer demand and plan accordingly to meet required delivery dates. You will be the point of contact for suppliers and work colleagues across all departments, communicating via phone and in person. You will support managers and employees through various tasks, organize systems, and update databases. Daily liaising with suppliers, customers, sales, production, and warehouse teams is essential. You will also run and update reports and undertake additional administrative duties as required.
Responsibilities
1. Run and update daily reports
2. Update supplier delivery schedules
3. Place purchase orders with suppliers according to MRP to meet production needs
4. Review and monitor supplier order books, updating Epicor as needed
5. Schedule meetings between teams, managers, and departments
6. Respond to inquiries and information requests
7. Collaborate with Managers to plan daily activities
8. Investigate and resolve issues across departments
9. Perform additional administrative duties as required
10. Update systems accurately and promptly
11. Manage multiple projects
12. Answer and direct calls
13. Contribute to team efforts to achieve results
14. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation, leveraging technology for efficiency
15. Maintain high standards of housekeeping and adhere to health and safety regulations
16. Liaise with sales to determine customer requirements
17. Develop and manage the production schedule aligned with customer demand dates
18. Determine material, equipment, and labour needs
19. Prepare performance reports and resolve production issues
20. Maintain and communicate the daily plan and related documents
21. Adjust plans in response to changes in customer demand
22. Support continuous improvement initiatives and technological adoption
23. Ensure a safe and clean work environment
24. Assist with any other duties necessary for the business
Experience
* Ability to prioritize effectively and deliver consistent results
* High attention to detail
* Flexibility and adaptability to changing business needs
* Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
* Proactive use of initiative with minimal supervision
* Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, Word, and ability to learn business-specific applications
Benefits
* Competitive salary of £25,500 per annum
* Opportunities for professional growth and development
* Collaborative and innovative work environment
* Employee wellbeing programs
Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
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