Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of purchasing raw materials, components, and consumables in line with demand, production plans, and inventory targets


• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, reliable service, and consistent material availability


• Source alternative suppliers and materials when shortages, quality issues, or cost pressures arise


• Raise purchase orders, monitor open orders, and proactively expedite to protect production schedules


• Review supplier performance and escalate risks that may impact cost, quality, or delivery


• Schedule materials and manage replenishment using ERP/MRP systems


• Coordinate manufacturing plans and release route cards on time


• Oversee stock control, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate, real‑time inventory records


• Support new product introductions by identifying material requirements, sourcing new parts, and managing run‑in/run‑out of existing stock


• Communicate material availability, risks, and production updates to Sales, Planning, and wider teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong organisational, planning, and prioritisation skills


• Experience in buying, production control, or wider supply chain coordination


• Confident user of computerised systems (ERP/MRP) with a focus on maintaining clean, accurate data


• A proactive communicator with strong negotiation skills and excellent attention to detail