Planning and Purchasing Controller

Step into a rewarding opportunity as a Planning and Purchasing Controller and help keep procurement, logistics, and supply moving smoothly. This Planning and Purchasing Controller role offers a fantastic blend of analysis and stakeholder collaboration, with clear responsibility across forecasting, inventory control, supplier management, and cost accountability in a manufacturing environment. If you enjoy turning data into practical decisions and supporting operational success, this Planning and Purchasing Controller position is a strong fit. What You Will Do: - Develop and maintain procurement and material planning forecasts aligned to production, sales, and operational needs.- Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages, excess stock, and obsolescence, supporting financial and physical stock positions.- Review purchase requisitions and purchase orders for accuracy, necessity, and appropriate authorisation.- Control purchasing spend by tracking budgets and forecasts, analysing variances, and proposing cost-saving opportunities.- Coordinate supplier evaluation and support pricing, payment terms, and performance analysis to improve value for money.- Maintain accurate records in SAP and provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting on purchasing performance, inventory status, and supplier KPIs. What You Will Bring: - Strong analytical and planning capability, with clear attention to detail and a compliance mindset.- Financial awareness for cost control, budgeting, and ..... full job details .....