Production Planning and Purchasing Coordinator Alexander Steele Recruitment is partnering with a successful and expanding food manufacturing business to appoint a Production Planning and Purchasing Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys working across planning, purchasing and operations. You''ll play an important role in ensuring production schedules are supported, materials are available when required and supplier performance helps keep operations running efficiently. What you''ll be doing No two days are the same, but your responsibilities will include: Coordinating the ordering of raw materials and packaging to support production requirements. Assisting with the creation and maintenance of production schedules to meet customer demand. Building strong relationships with suppliers to monitor deliveries and resolve supply issues. Maintaining accurate planning data, purchase orders and ERP system information. Identifying material shortages, stock risks and potential supply challenges before they impact production. Supporting import and customs administration where required. Working closely with Production, Warehouse, Procurement, Quality and Customer Service teams to ensure plans remain achievable. Producing planning reports and maintaining key operational trackers. Ensuring purchasing documentation and supplier information is accurate and up to date. What we''re looking for The successful ..... full job details .....