Role Overview: This hands-on role is critical in ensuring the seamless flow of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. You will be responsible for all purchasing and planning activities-from sourcing and ordering, through inventory control, to supporting production with accurate and timely planning based on sales forecasts. This role suits someone highly organised with a strong understanding of materials planning and supply chain functions, ideally with experience in chemicals or a regulated manufacturing environment. Core Responsibilities: Purchasing (Raw Materials & Packaging) Source and purchase raw materials, additives, solvents, and packaging to meet production and stock targets Monitor supplier lead times, MOQs, and pricing to ensure optimal stock and cashflow balance Maintain strong supplier relationships and conduct periodic reviews on pricing and performance Raise and manage purchase orders, delivery schedules, and documentation (e.g. COAs, SDSs) Demand Planning & Forecasting Liaise with sales and management to review rolling forecasts Translate sales forecast into raw material and packaging requirements Adjust planning assumptions based on customer orders, seasonality, and known market shifts Inventory Management / Stock Control Monitor stock levels of raw materials, intermediates, packaging, and finished goods Maintain accurate stock records and work with production and warehouse teams to conduct r...