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Buyer/Planner Sheffield Competitive salaryCandidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.Elevation Recruitment Group are excited to be working exclusively with a dynamic precision engineering business in Sheffield who are looking for a Buyer/Planner to join their team for a 12 month contract.Benefits:1pm finish every Friday!25 days holiday + bank holiday + the option to buy an additional 5 days holidayHealthcareDeath in service (4 x salary)Xmas shut downPensionHours: 8am 4pm (Monday Thursday) and 8am-1pm (Friday)Required skills & experience:Previous experience in a technical environment - precision engineering, aerospace, automotive manufacturing etcMRP experience and strong Excel skillsStrong communication skillsPrevious negotiation experienceKey Duties:Plan and manage material requirements to meet production schedules, ensuring resource readiness and inventory optimisationSource materials in line with ISO9001 and AS9100 standards whilst utilising dual sourcing strategiesMonitor supplier performance, address delivery issues and mitigate risks across the supply chainMaintain accurate planning data within the MRP system and report on key KPIs such as OTIF, lead times and inventory turnsDrive continuous improvement and cost reduction through enhanced planning, supplier negotiation, and process optimisationIf you would like to discuss this Buyer/Planner role in more detail, then do get in touch with Lewis at Elevation Recruitment Group now!