Purchasing & Planning Graduate

Purchasing & Planning Graduate Location: Nr Hailsham , UK Department: Purchasing & Planning Full-Time Graduate Opportunity Are you a recent graduate with a keen eye for detail, a passion for problem-solving, and an interest in manufacturing and supply chain? We re looking for a Purchasing & Planning Graduate to join our team and play a key role in ensuring on-time delivery and smooth production operations.About the Role As a Purchasing & Planning Graduate, you ll support the end-to-end planning process from order input through to production and shipping. You ll liaise across departments, including Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain, to help deliver projects efficiently and on schedule. You ll gain hands-on experience with order management systems, capacity planning, and performance metrics, while developing essential skills for a career in operations and supply chain management.Key Responsibilities Support the forward-looking planning function for all products Input and manage orders, confirming delivery dates with Sales Communicate effectively across departments to ensure on-time delivery Monitor order management systems and produce performance metrics Plan products through manufacturing cells and identify critical issues Analyse capacity vs. workload and support team members during absences What We re Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Excellent organisational and communication skills Confident decision-making and accountability Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Strong analytical, numeracy, and Excel skills Desirable Skills ERP or production planning system experience Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX Experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment Understanding of machining or assembly processes Qualification in Business Administration or related field Personal Attributes We re looking for someone who is: Decisive and proactive A strong problem solver Able to build positive working relationships Driven to deliver results and continuous improvement This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You ll gain valuable exposure to planning and purchasing processes, develop key professional skills, and be supported by an experienced team that values growth and collaboration.

Created: 2025-10-28