Planning, Shipping & Purchasing Manager

Job Description:

Job Opportunity: Planning, Shipping & Purchasing Manager
Location: Northants location
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

We are currently recruiting for a Planning, Shipping & Purchasing Manager to join a world-leading manufacturer. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to oversee and lead the Planning, Shipping, and Purchasing functions. You'll play a key role in ensuring smooth operations, managing customer orders, and collaborating with internal teams to meet business objectives.

As the Planning, Shipping & Purchasing Manager, you'll be responsible for driving efficiency across the logistics and purchasing processes while maintaining high standards of customer service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Planning, Shipping, Purchasing, and Administrative teams to ensure smooth operations and timely service delivery.
• Oversee the post-sales order processing, including import/export logistics and ensuring all shipping documentation is accurate and up to date.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (Sales, Production, and Logistics) to ensure orders are produced and delivered on time.
• Follow up with customers on order status, manage delivery schedules, and ensure that all orders are fulfilled in a timely manner.
• Monitor customer credit balances and facilitate payment collection during order deliveries.
• Support the purchasing process for goods and services, ensuring efficient procurement and cost control.
• Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks and other customer service and logistics duties as required.

Key Skills and Experience Required:

• Degree in Business Administration or equivalent qualification preferred.
• 5+ years' experience in Planning, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Logistics, and Administration, preferably within a manufacturing or consumer goods environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX/D365/CRM & PV.
• Self-motivated, with a positive attitude and a strong ability to work as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask effectively.

Additional Information:

• This role is based in Northamptonshire, with a competitive salary range of £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.
• The company offers a dynamic, flexible working environment, with opportunities for career growth and professional development within the fragrance industry.

If you're an experienced professional in logistics and purchasing, with a passion for customer service, we would love to hear from you!

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