Job Description
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:
1. Proven experience in a similar Production Planner / Buyer role within a manufacturing environment
2. Strong working knowledge of MRP systems
3. Solid experie...