Planning and Purchasing Manager

Planning and Purchasing Manager£30,000 - £40,000West KentMonday to Friday, Office based Are you ready to join an established, award-winning manufacturer and take your Purchasing career to the next level? My client is on the lookout for an experienced Purchaser with strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV, this is essential. You''ll play a key role in keeping the business running smoothly, ensuring the ERP system accurately reflects manufacturing needs and supporting efficient, high-quality production every step of the way. Duties: Act as the system lead for Microsoft Dynamics NAV within production and procurement, ensuring the platform is maintained accurately and used effectively to support day-to-day operations. Develop and manage manufacturing bills of materials, converting technical and engineering information into structured system data that enables precise planning and material forecasting. Oversee the creation and coordination of production work orders, aligning activity with the master schedule and tracking key dates to ensure delivery commitments are met. Manage end-to-end purchasing activity for both raw materials and finished goods, maintaining a careful balance between stock availability and cost control. Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules, keeping system records up to date and taking proactive steps to resolve potential supply disruptions. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, supporting long-term collaboration through ..... full job details .....