VANRATH are delighted to be assisting a Major Manufacturing Company in Newtownabbey with the Recruitment of a Planning/Purchasing Administrator. Salary - £24,000 - £24500 Progression Opportunities Hours - Monday - Thursday 8am - 5pm, Friday 8am - 2:30 pm (40 Hours Per Week) Responsibilities: Follow company systems and procedures for stock control and management using Dynamics 365 (ERP/MRP); Placing and managing Purchase Orders for stock, consumables and special items as required, including liaising with suppliers; Generate reports on supply performance, inventory levels and planning/purchasing activities - communicating issues to relevant stakeholders; Monitor production schedules to ensure alignment with order requirements, adjusting as necessary based on supply chain or manufacturing changes; Coordinate with production and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and products; Maintain and update planning and purchasing information; Essential Criteria: 1 year in a planning, purchasing or stock control role or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred Desired Criteria: Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems (like Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Oracle, or similar) for managing inventory and production/purchasing activities Proficiency in Microsoft excel for data analysis, inventory control, and reporting purposes Strong analytical skills for interpreting data related to inventory levels, production schedules, and supplier performance Strong organizational skills and attention to detail For more information on this role please reach out to Phil Doherty VANRATH for a confidential chat. Skills: transport planner administrator Purchasing buying Benefits: Additional Benefits