Job Description

MRP Planner / Buyer

Location: Kent

Salary: £45-55k

Job Type: Full-Time

6-Month Contract

Potential to Become Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced MRP Planner / Buyer to join a well-established manufacturing business. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with experience in purchasing, supplier management, inventory control, and supply chain optimisation within a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Interpret material requirements planning (MRP) data and generate purchase orders to ensure continuity of supply.

- Expedite purchase orders and liaise with suppliers to support on-time customer delivery.

- Analyse purchasing trends, forecast future demand, and maintain optimal stock levels.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers locally, nationally, and internationally.

- Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term supply agreements to achieve cost savings and operational efficiencies.

- Conduct supplier reviews, audits, and performance assessments.

- Manage supplier quality issues and implement corrective actions where required.

- Support cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement programmes.

- Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and ensure accurate system updates.

- Maintain purchasing records and procurement data with a high degree of accuracy.

- Support the ongoing development and optimisation of ERP/MRP systems.

- Coordinate contractor fitments and material requirements in line with production schedules.

Skills & Experience Required

- Previous experience in a Buyer, Senior Buyer, Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain role.

- Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

- Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems (SAP experience highly advantageous).

- Excellent supplier negotiation and relationship management skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- High attention to detail and accuracy.

- Excellent communication and organisational skills.

If you are an experienced Buyer looking for your next challenge within a dynamic manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

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