Buyer and Planner

Buyer & PlannerWork Location: On-Site in Preston , Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm, Friday 8:30am - 4:00pmSalary: Competitive salary + annual bonusJob Type: Full-timeAbout the RoleJoin Supply Technologies as a Buyer & Planner and help ensure customers receive critical products on time. Working within a collaborative supply chain team, you will manage purchasing, inventory and supplier relationships, using ERP data to support on-time delivery, optimise stock levels and identify sourcing and cost-saving opportunities.What you will be doing:For the assigned portfolio of items, optimize inventory levels to ensure compliance with agreed customer stock holding requirements and internal inventory targets.Issue purchase orders and work orders as per lead times to ensure delivery in line with internal & customer On Time Delivery goals.Work directly with the supply base to ensure the necessary communication results in swift order acknowledgements and clear availability information, updating the ERP system to reflect the latest information.Identify opportunities for sourcing improvements and cost savings, driving these opportunities through to implementation.Maintain accurate system data, such as purchase costs, lead times, MOQs, etc.Timely resolution to supplier invoice discrepancies, assisting finance dept. as necessary.The buyer will be responsible to submit TSS Declarations for importing goods to Northern Ireland.What We're Looking For:We'd love to hear from you if you have:Experience in purchasing, materials planning, procurement, administration or inventory management.Strong ERP system and Microsoft Excel skills.Excellent organisation and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks.Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and with suppliers.A proactive, adaptable approach and keen attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.Knowledge of inventory planning and supply chain processes.Experience with customs declarations for moving goods from GB to NI is desirable.Why join Supply Technologies?Established global businessCollaborative team environmentOpportunities for career progressionCompetitive salary and benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgrammeCompany Pension SchemeHealth Cash PlanHoliday AllowanceAbout Supply TechnologiesWe believe in doing the right thing, acting with integrity and respect in everything we do. We are committed to continuous improvement, always looking for better ways to serve our customers, support our colleagues and drive success. We honour our commitments, communicate openly, and work together as one team, valuing diverse perspectives and helping each other achieve great results. Ultimately, we put customers first while balancing the long-term success of our business, because together, we win.TPBN1_UKTJ