Our client is a leading, wellestablished and respected manufacturing business. Due to company growth,they have a new opportunity for a Planning and Materials Coordinator
1. To ensure orders are placed to provide timely supply of parts to Production, R & D and Spares Departments.
2. To expedite/de-expedite deliveries as required to meet business needs.
3. To review and release work orders for Machine Shop, Sheet Metal and Assembly areas.
4. To place sub-contract purchase orders in line with MFG action messages.
5. To update the master production schedule as required by the Planning and Materials Manager.
6. Update and maintain item planning data in line with company policy
7. To liaise with internal customers to ensure urgent requirements are appropriately actioned.
8. Under general supervision, determine the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule.
9. Ensure the "Production" copies of all manufacturing drawings are to current issue level.
10. Monitor all outstanding "prototype" projects and report in a regular manner to all relevant managers. Advise internal supervisors and outside agents of the priority of these projects.
11. To inform and appraise the Planning and Materials Manager as appropriate.
Requirements
12. Experience of working with MRP & ERP systems
13. Must have previous experience working in a manufacturing environment
14. Excellent planning and organisational skills
15. Strong communication skills
16. Good understanding of MS office and in particular Excel
17. Strong interpersonal skills