Job Description
Buyer / Planner
We're partnering with an established manufacturing business to recruit a Buyer / Planner to manage the supply and planning of critical production material, based at their head office in Basingstoke.
This is a hands-on role with significant spend responsibility, offering close exposure to operations, suppliers, and production planning - ideal for someone who enjoys ownership and pace without line management.
Key responsibilities:
- Managing end-to-end procurement and supply planning for a core production material
- Maintaining inventory levels aligned to demand and production schedules
- Raising and managing purchase orders via ERP (SAP or similar)
- Sourcing activity including RFQs, cost analysis, and supplier negotiation
- Monitoring supplier performance and leading review meetings
- Working closely with manufacturing and logistics teams to protect production continuity
About you:
- Strong experience within buying and planning
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment
- ERP experience (SAP desirable)
- Strong communicator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary, plus bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Hybrid working
- High-impact role with clear ownership and visibility
- Excellent prospects for development and progression
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