6 manufacturing jobs found in Bury St Edmunds

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

This is Alexander Faraday Recruitment are pleased to be working with a busy commercial business in Essex who are looking for an Assistant Buyer to support day-to-day purchasing activities. This is a hands-on role working closely with internal teams and suppliers to keep operations running smoothly. Initially this is a 6-9 month fixed term contract with the possibility to be extended or made permanent. Key responsibilities: * Raise and manage purchase orders * Liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, delivery, and order updates * Track and expedite orders to meet deadlines * Maintain accurate purchasing records and data * Support ad-hoc commercial projects and continuous improvement initiatives You will need: * Some previous experience in buying, purchasing, supply chain, or procurement * Experience of working within a commercial or manufacturing environment * Strong organisational and numeracy skills *...

MRP Controller Stevenage 12 Month Sector: Manufacturing & Logistics Are you a detail-oriented planning professional with a background in manufacturing and supply chain? We are seeking an MRP Controller to join our Manufacturing Planning & Control team in Stevenage. In this pivotal role, you will take primary responsibility for managing existing and future manufacturing schedules, delivering high-level logistics management, and ensuring that critical customer programmes are met on time, to cost, and to the highest quality standards. The RoleReporting to a Senior Member of the Manufacturing Planning & Control team, you will coordinate all planning activities to deliver the Master Production Schedule (MPS). Your daily responsibilities will include: Executing all activities related to material planning and procurement to ensure an uninterrupted manufacturing flow. Releasing and managing work within the MRP system while maintaining accurate delivery forecasts for our...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is currently looking to recruit a MRP Controller / Production Planner Subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract. This role would suit a candidate who has a Defence / Aerospace background working as a MRP Controller, Materials Resource Planner, Controller Production Planner, Logistics Coordinator, Production Planner, Supply Chain Coordinator, Project Coordinator or Materials Controller. Skills required; Production Planning experience Logistics Experience SAP experience  Rate: £24.55 per hour Location: Stevenage   Hybrid / Remote working: full time onsite Contract: 37 Hours per week Overtime: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Duration: 12 Months (and then ongoing thereafter)  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview Process: one stage onsite interview   MRP Controller / Production Planner Job Description: The MRP Controller will be primarily responsible for...

Join our client as a Material Planner in Peterborough. Full‑time, 6‑month contract with possible extension. Hybrid working after training, flexible hours, and a chance to develop your supply chain career with a leading manufacturer. Material Planner – First Fit Expeditor Location: Peterborough Salary: £15.38 per hour Contract role 6 months Overview Our client, a respected manufacturing leader, is seeking two organised and proactive Material Planner to support their First Fit Planning team. This full‑time 6‑month assignment offers hybrid working after initial training and an excellent opportunity to grow within a busy supply chain environment. Working Pattern: Onsite first 3 weeks, then hybrid (3 days onsite) Hours: Monday–Friday, flexible office hours Key Responsibilities • Validate shipment plans with suppliers • Maintain a 5‑day rolling shipment plan • Support inbound PO management • Track shipments across multiple sites • Join daily and weekly review meetings • Contribute to...