Function: Purchasing & Supply Chain
Contact: Natalie Smith
Email: natalie.smith@jonlee.co.uk
Job details
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic and innovative environment? This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in manufacturing as a Purchasing, Buying and Scheduling Manager. This company is renowned for its expertise, precision, and commitment to excellence, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals to thrive. With a proven track record of growth and success, this organisation offers a unique chance to be part of a company that values innovation and continuous improvement.
What You Will Do:
- Manage and place routine purchase orders driven by a 95% Kanban system and 5% MRP scheduling for long lead time items.
- Maintain and oversee the Kanban system, inventory control, and record maintenance.
- Set up stock codes, maintain reorder levels, and produce month-end stock reports.
- Lead and manage stores personnel, ensuring a well-organised and safe stores environment.
- Issue weekly roll-over schedules for key components to ensure just-in-time deliveries.
- Chase overdue orders and address shortages with suppliers, generating weekly shortage reports.
- Collaborate with the technical department to source new products or alternatives for any short parts.
- Oversee year-end stock takes and implement cyclic counting procedures.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience in a similar manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of inventory control, purchasing, and scheduling systems.
- Excellent organisational and leadership skills to manage stores and personnel effectively.
- Ability to liaise with suppliers and technical teams to ensure smooth operations.
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
This role is pivotal in supporting the company's mission to deliver high-quality, customised solutions to its global client base. As part of a forward-thinking organisation, you will contribute to the continued growth and success of a business that prides itself on precision, compliance, and innovation. With a focus on engineering excellence and customer satisfaction, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in a thriving industry.
Interested?:
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to advance your career as a Purchasing, Buying and Scheduling Manager. Apply today and take the first step towards joining a company that values expertise, innovation, and growth. Your next challenge awaits!

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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