Jobs, fresher vacancy - Assistant Buyer - Supply Chain Planning focus • Worcester

Company: Jonathan Lee Recruitment

Worcester

Assistant Buyer - Supply Chain Planning FocusPermanent | Purchasing Department, On-siteWorcester, Engineering and manufacturing sectorStrong starting salary, company pension, 25 days holiday, subsidised canteen, Training and development budget for further education and training.Are you ready to take the next step in your supply chain career? We're looking for an Assistant Buyer to join this busy Purchasing team, supporting the planning and scheduling of a fast-moving supply chain that keeps operations running smoothly.This is an exciting opportunity to build your expertise in procurement and supply chain planning, working with a wide network of suppliers and playing a key role in keeping production on track.What you'll be doing Managing supplier deliveries in line with ERP/MRP schedulesExecuting supply strategies including MRP, Kanban, and Just-in-Time orderingTaking ownership of order books, ensuring accuracy and on-time deliveryAnticipating shortages and working with suppliers to resolve issues before they impact productionDriving supplier performance and improving on-time, in-full (OTIF) metricsAnalysing data, optimising order parameters, and keeping stock levels aligned with demandSupporting smooth financial operations by resolving invoice queries quickly What we're looking for A strong organiser with excellent planning and scheduling skillsConfident communicator who can build strong relationships with suppliers and internal teamsAnalytical mindset with solid IT skills, especially Excel for data analysisKnowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing processesAbility to stay calm under pressure and thrive in a fast-paced environment Desirable extras Experience with Microsoft AX (not essential)Ability to read engineering drawingsA passion for continuous improvement in supply chain planning Why join us?This role is a fantastic stepping stone into a long-term career in procurement and supply chain management. You'll gain exposure to complex planning processes, supplier management, and operational problem-solving, all within a supportive and fast-paced environment. For the right person, there's real opportunity to grow, develop, and progress. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.