Supply Chain Planner - Bracknell, United Kingdom - Daler-Rowney Limited

Description

_Purchasing Planner - Pigments & Chemicals_
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Supply Chain department of a world-leading fine art company.

Having supplied artists colours to the likes of Constable and Turner, we now strive to inspire the next generation of artists with our broad range of innovative and high quality products.

Within Supply Chain you will be exposed to all aspects of production - from new product development to factory optimisation, dealing with supplier troubles to ensuring outbound supply to some of the biggest retailers.

This is not a desk-based role dealing with production in a distant land; you have the opportunity to be hands on with Production on a daily basis.

We do not outsource the production of any of our colour products, they are made within the walls of our Bracknell factory.

Therefore, you can see, feel and use the product to gain a thorough and in-depth knowledge of our product range.

Whilst the majority of our output can be considered batch-production; you will also be exposed to elements of mass and job-production to build up a broad experience.

It is a very exciting time within our company's long history - with new warehousing, the development of SAP and overhaul within the factory; we are evolving at an incredible pace.

As a Purchasing Planner, you will be required to understand our stock levels of pigment & chemicals and the needs of the Production plan.

You will have to be able to spot usage trends to build up and run down component stocks. A methodical, problem solving mentality is essential; you will have to deal with issues on a daily basis.

We are looking for someone with drive and passion, who can communicate at all levels of the business in the correct manner.

_Job Description_

• To drive the Purchasing of pigments & chemicals to feed production
• To monitor, analyse and manipulate stock level reports to understand usage trends and assess future demands.
• To understand the limitations, strengths and weaknesses of the production site to permanently evolve planning methods.
• To work closely with Procurement to establish best suppliers and sources for pigments & chemicals.
• To build strong business relationships with suppliers and other external entities
• To work closely with Marketing in new product development.

_Job Requirements_

• Advanced Excel skills are essential
• Selfmotivation and a sincere, enthusiastic approach
• A problem solving mindset and rigorous organisational skills are essential
• A degree with an Engineering/Mathmatical/Scientific background is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All COVID restrictions have now been lifted and mask wearing is optional. We still have hand sanitiser stations situated throughout the building.


Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bracknell, RG12 8SS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (required)

Work Location:
One location