Planner​/Buyer

We are always looking for exceptional individuals to join our multinational group of skilled professionals, and right now we are seeking to recruit 3x motivated and passionate Planner/Buyers.

This is a 9-month fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent. The role follows a hybrid working approach, so some onsite attendance will be required.

In this role, you will be responsible for the procurement of specific material categories and managing vendor relationships. You will control planning parameters in SAP, determine batch sizes within inventory and transport guidelines, and ensure timely order placement and delivery performance. This role is critical to balancing inventory control with supply continuity to meet production and customer demands.

• Manage all purchasing functions, including order placement, stock control, supplier negotiations, and vendor performance.
• Collaborate with planning, production, and warehouse teams to ensure timely material availability and efficient booking-in of goods.
• Lead supplier performance management activities, including quality, delivery, and cost reviews.
• Drive inventory reduction and process improvements through lean strategies such as vendor consignment, Kanban, and just-in-time.
• Support new product introductions and supplier audits to ensure supply chain readiness and compliance.

• CIPS – qualified or studying (preferable).
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing buying role.
• Proven ability to manage supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, and cost issues.
• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems (preferably SAP) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Please note: We’re not in a position as a business to offer visa sponsorship, so we’re unable to consider applications from candidates who require it to work in the UK.

We recognise that flexibility helps people thrive. That’s why we support flexible working for all employees and welcome requests from day one of employment. You can make up to two requests per 12-month period.

People are the heart of Megger, and their unique perspectives are key to our success. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity in all its forms. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to ensuring a fair, supportive recruitment process and workplace culture for everyone.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.

Please note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications. If you're interested, don’t wait and send your application in today!