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Production Planning & Procurement CoordinatorNewton Abbot | £30,000 | Full Time | On-Site, Monday to FridayExcellent Progression OpportunitiesRecruiting on behalf of our client - a growing manufacturing business

Butler Rose is delighted to be working in partnership with a successful and expanding manufacturing business based in the Newton Abbot area. We are currently supporting them in the recruitment of a Production Planning & Procurement Coordinator - a newly created, permanent role offering fantastic career development and progression opportunities.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team at a key point of growth. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless scheduling of orders and production, supporting supply chain efficiency and continuity. You'll work closely with internal departments to meet customer demands, monitor material flow, and help drive cost-saving initiatives through improved processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with forecasting, planning, and scheduling of production and store picks
• Help determine labour, equipment, and material requirements based on production needs
• Coordinate daily production schedules and issue picking tasks
• Monitor stock levels and collaborate across departments to meet business requirements
• Procure small parts and consumables to ensure timely availability
• Track job/order progress and escalate any delays to ensure timely delivery
• Provide regular product status updates to internal teams
• Foster positive working relationships across Operations, Sales, and Procurement teams
• Recommend process improvements to meet DIFOT (Delivery In Full, On Time) and QC (Quality Control) goals
• Generate reports and manage data relevant to supply chain activities
• Perform general administrative duties to support the department

Candidate Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Confident communicator at all levels, both written and verbal
• Experience with ERP systems is highly advantageous
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent time management - capable of managing multiple deadlines
• Proactive, reliable, organised, and self-motivated
• A collaborative and friendly team player

Why Apply?

• Salary of £30,000 + Benefits
• Excellent progression and development prospects
• On-site working, Monday to Friday
• Join a forward-thinking and supportive business during an exciting phase of growth

If you're looking for your next career move in a growing company where you can make a real impact, apply now or get in touch with Butler Rose for more information.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.