“We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates. We therefore encourage early applications.”
The Job Summary:
Wrightbus is the fastest growing production company in Europe. We’re looking for a Material planner scheduler to purchase material, always ensuring maximum availability of core stock items.
The Role:
Responsible for the procurement of materials via ERP System using Bill of material, MRP and purchase order requisitions for bus parts, rejects, re-buys, consumables, and service items
Communicate purchase orders effectively to suppliers.
To schedule and expedite material into the group.
Report Daily on constraints likely to affect sales backorders
Attend and report to Purchasing Meetings on material shortages.
Work closely with the Commercial Buyers in relation to supplier KPI measurement
To facilitate vendor reviews as required.
Monitor stock levels and maximise First Pick stock rates
Liaise with Stores to ensure material is booked in correctly and that supplier quality is monitored
Liaise with suppliers on delivery key performance indicators – such as delivery on time, delivery note and invoice queries, etc
To help develop, maintain and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures for self and team
To report individual performance and set targets for improvement. Also actively contribute to achieving departmental goals and objectives.
Participate in Stock Take or Cycle Counts if required.
Any other duties as requested by Senior Management from time to time.
The Requirements:
5 GCSE Grades A-C to include Maths and English or equivalent.
OR Proven extensive relevant experience of scheduling high volumes of material to meet demands.
Computer Literate with experience of spreadsheets and databases.
Suitable experience in scheduling to a supply programme or dealing with large volumes of data.
Influencing/persuasive skills
Problem solving skills
Good interpersonal skills
Ability to work under pressure
The Benefits:
4% discretionary bonus
Life Insurance
Medicash scheme
Discount with local businesses e.g. Galgorm Spa Resort and McAtamney’s.
Free car parking
Canteen
Career progression
Professional development
Flexitime
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