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Assistant Buyer - Supply Chain Planning focus

Worcestershire, England , United Kingdom

Engineering jobs >> Engineering

Negotiable

Permanent

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Assistant Buyer - Supply Chain Planning Focus

Permanent | Purchasing Department, On-site

Worcester, Engineering and manufacturing sector

Strong starting salary, company pension, 25 days holiday, subsidised canteen, Training and development budget for further education and training.

Are you ready to take the next step in your supply chain career? We're looking for an Assistant Buyer to join this busy Purchasing team, supporting the planning and scheduling of a fast-moving supply chain that keeps operations running smoothly.

This is an exciting opportunity to build your expertise in procurement and supply chain planning, working with a wide network of suppliers and playing a key role in keeping production on track.

What you'll be doing

Managing supplier deliveries in line with ERP/MRP schedules
Executing supply strategies including MRP, Kanban, and Just-in-Time ordering
Taking ownership of order books, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery
Anticipating shortages and working with suppliers to resolve issues before they impact production
Driving supplier performance and improving on-time, in-full (OTIF) metrics
Analysing data, optimising order parameters, and keeping stock levels aligned with demand
Supporting smooth financial operations by resolving invoice queries quickly
What we're looking for

A strong organiser with excellent planning and scheduling skills
Confident communicator who can build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teams
Analytical mindset with solid IT skills, especially Excel for data analysis
Knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing processes
Ability to stay calm under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Desirable extras

Experience with Microsoft AX (not essential)
Ability to read engineering drawings
A passion for continuous improvement in supply chain planning
Why join us?

This role is a fantastic stepping stone into a long-term career in procurement and supply chain management. You'll gain exposure to complex planning processes, supplier management, and operational problem-solving, all within a supportive and fast-paced environment. For the right person, there's real opportunity to grow, develop, and progress.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included

No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: October 14, 2025
Job id:. CV-178179
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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