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Production Planning & Supplier Quality Coordinator

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United Kingdom , High Wycombe

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This is an opportunity for an experienced planner to join a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the supply of Transducer and Thermal products at Instron, based in High Wycombe. This role is primarily responsible for planning and managing the supply of parts and assemblies predominantly for Transducer and Thermal products (T&T) to customers both internal and external. In addition, this role will also ensure that products procured from suppliers meet set quality standards and specifications.

Job Responsibility:

  • Raise internal works orders and purchasing requirements to drive material through the supply chain to achieve on time performance and Month on Hand (MoH) targets
  • Consolidate internal and external delivery commitments into one agreed order schedule, in line with customer expectations
  • Collaborate with Operations Manager (T&T) to provide real-time information on production priorities, material supply and (on/behind target output data)
  • Process Engineering Change Orders, Custom Bill of Materials (BoM) releases and new product introductions into existing production plans
  • Provide accurate, timely and concise feedback to keep key stakeholders appraised of forecasting and delivery performance
  • Participate in the ongoing improvement of manufacturing data accuracy
  • Maintenance of planning procedures and best practice to ensure continuity of supply (safety stock, MoH targets), production and delivery in areas of responsibility
  • Work with cell leaders to maintain data integrity in the ERP system
  • to enable KPI reporting on WIP monitoring, Work Centre utilisation, planning and customer backlogs, lead time /schedule attainment etc
  • Liaise on a weekly basis with UK cell leaders and US site stakeholders to communicate demand patterns and work with Supply Chain to identify any supply risks affecting customer shipments & line stops
  • Participate in Lean manufacturing projects and initiatives in support of the High Wycombe business
  • Schedule and manage Fast spares orders for High Wycombe site
  • Support and cover for planning and management of sales RMA’s i.e. physical return of parts for repair – from receipt of request to return to customer as required
  • Monitor and evaluate supply chain processes to ensure product quality of parts supplied to Instron
  • Collaborate with external suppliers to address quality issues and implement corrective actions
  • Develop and maintain quality control standards and procedures
  • Create and present reports on quality performance metrics
  • Conduct supplier audits and assessments
  • Work closely with internal teams to align quality standards and objectives
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards

Requirements:

  • Level 4 or above qualification in Manufacturing Planning or equivalent, desirable
  • Certification in Supply Chain Operations or Supplier Quality, desirable
  • Minimum of a BTEC, City & Guild or Apprenticeship at Level 3 in a Planning, Supply Chain or Manufacturing discipline, with relevant Planning experience
  • Demonstrable ability to assess and prioritise deliverables to meet set deadlines
  • Knowledge of ERP based MRP systems
  • Understand Lean manufacturing principles
  • Strong understanding of quality control principles and methodologies
  • Knowledge and expertise with Excel and data manipulation
  • Analytical, methodical with high attention to accuracy
  • Good at communications both internal and external
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Manufacturing planning environment
  • Experience gained in a quality assurance or supply chain role
  • High precision engineered products manufacturing with internal and external supply chains

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 03, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
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On-site work
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