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.