Production planning & scheduling Work, Jobs in Whitfield, Nth (with Salaries)

Purchasing & Transport Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)
IWS Group —Milton Keynes
- £35,000 - £37,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Warehouse experience
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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Manufacturing Systems Coordinator (FTC)
Powdertech Ltd —Bicester
- £18 - £20 an hour
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
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4d
Certification Executive
Kiwa —Milton Keynes
- £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
1d
Production Lead
Archangel Lightworks —Oxford
- Full-time
- Contracts
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
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Production Planner
Pelican Products, Inc. —Leighton Buzzard
- £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Production Planner and Warehouse Coordinator
Home County Co. —Stewkley
- £26,000 - £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- ERP systems
- Continuous improvement
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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Senior Producer
Aston Martin F1 —Silverstone
- Weekend availability
- Travel
- Leadership
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12d
Communications and Engagement Officer; Oxford Centre for Emerging Minds Research
University of Oxford —Oxford
- £35,681 - £41,636 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Operations Manager
Red Arch Manufacturing Ltd —Daventry
- Up to £55,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Health & wellbeing programme
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4d
Production Planner (FTC 12 months)
Morgan Advanced Materials —Rugby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Communication skills
Office Manager
Precision Sheet Engineering Ltd —Eynsham
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Organisational skills
- IT
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4d
Warehouse Operations Manager
Crane Worldwide UK Limited —Wellesbourne
- Management
- Microsoft Office
- Supervising experience
Social Media Intern - 3 Month Contract
Smedley Group —Bicester
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Marketing
- Social media management
- Travel
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Head of Stage (Royal)
Royal & Derngate —Northampton
- £35,900 - £36,900 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- Store discount
- Employee assistance programme
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Process Engineer - FTC 12 months
Morgan Advanced Materials —Rugby
- Full-time
- Engineering
- ERP systems
- Continuous improvement
Plant Director
McCormick —Haddenham
- Engineering
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Ilmor Engineering Ltd —Brixworth
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
- CAD
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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4d
SENIOR DESIGN ENGINEER
Ilmor Engineering Ltd —Brixworth
- Full-time
- Management
- Engineering
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
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Sous Chef
The Bull Inn —Rugby
- £14.00 - £14.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Serving
- Hospitality
- Culinary experience
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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6d
Electro-mechanical Design Engineer – Rotating Electrical Machines
GE Vernova —Rugby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel

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Purchasing & Transport Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

IWS Group -
Milton Keynes

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Job details

Full-time
£35,000 - £37,000 a year

Benefits

Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Sick pay

Qualifications

ERP systems
Logistics
Warehouse experience
Purchasing
Communication skills

Full job description

At Brandsafe, we design, manufacture, and install high-visibility impact protection systems for industrial workplaces. Our innovative solutions protect warehouses, logistics hubs, and manufacturing sites by combining modern design, compliance, and durability.

We are actively recruiting for a Purchasing & Transport Manager to join our team in the Milton Keynes area. This role will cover maternity leave on a 9 month fixed term contract and is based at Head Office, with the opportunity to work remotely 2 days per week.

The Purchasing & Transport Manager is responsible for strategic sourcing and operational buying, enabling the wider team to meet project objectives consistently and sustainably. In addition, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day transport activities with focus on legal compliance, cost efficiencies and service delivery.

Responsibilities

Purchasing

Develop and implement purchasing strategies that align with company objectives.
Manage the full procurement cycle, including sourcing, negotiating contracts, issuing purchase orders, and monitoring supplier performance.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements to optimise spend and efficiency.
Evaluate and analysis suppliers, making selections based on quality, cost, reliability, and service.
Management and optimisation of new and existing supplier accounts through effective processes and efficient response times.
Monitor inventory levels in collaboration with warehouse, production, and operations teams, reporting on holding and movements.
Maintain accurate purchasing records, tracking key metrics such as cost, delivery times, and supplier performance.
Resolve supply issues, delays, or quality concerns promptly.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and legal requirements.
Prepare and present reports on purchasing activities, budget forecasts, and cost analyses.

Transport

Plan, organise, and manage transport operations to ensure timely delivery and optimal fleet utilisation.
Oversee vehicle scheduling, route planning, and load allocation.
Monitor daily transport activities, resolving issues promptly to maintain service levels.
Ensure all transport activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.

Leadership

Create and nurture a high performance, positive working environment.
Coach and lead direct reports where necessary to continuously develop skills and boost performance.
Maintain strong relationships with internal departments and external partners.
Support business planning and contribute to operational strategy, attending team meetings where required.

Success Management

Build and maintain effective supplier working relationships.
Achieve targeted costs without compromising on quality of service or product.
Weekly/monthly reporting on purchasing and transport cost, with data analysis.
Low risk approach to supplier chain through the development of strategic diverse partnerships, whilst maintaining industry quality levels.
Monthly reporting on stock management, with the continued effort to fabricate in-house stock, driving down stock value.
Engagement with wider departments to ensure accurate and timely completion of projects.
Meet or exceed customer's expectations on the supply and delivery of goods.

Education

Essential

Good standard of general education backed by a track record of continuing professional development.

Desirable

Management Qualification (Level 3)
Purchasing Qualification (Level 3)

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience within the Logistics, Warehouse & Storage Industry.
Exemplary communication and supplier engagement skills.
Able to prioritise, develop work schedule, and influence others to achieve results.
Collaborate effectively with others to ensure business improvements and efficiency.
Knowledge and understanding of products and systems of work within the industry.
Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central or other ERP system would be advantageous.

Aptitudes/Attributes

Capable of working to challenging deadlines and managing multiple tasks efficiently.
Self-motivated, hands-on, can-do attitude.
Able to work independently and autonomously when required.
A result orientated problem solver.
High attention to detail, tenacious, persistent, and balanced
Establish and maintain effective working relationships, using communication skills.
Able to articulate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrate the ability to effectively lead and coach reporting team members.

Package & Benefits

38.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
25 days holiday (service increment scheme in place)
Health Care Cash Plan (available from day one)
Company sick pay support scheme (after completion of probation)
Employee Assistance Programme (including 1:1 counselling)
Group Life Assurance - 2x annual salary (after 5 years' service)
PERKS retailer discount scheme

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