Production Planner cum Purchaser

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production based on customer orders, delivery requirements, and available machine capacity.

• Coordinate with Production, Sales, and Quality teams to ensure production schedules are achievable and delivery commitments are met.

• Monitor production progress and follow up on delays, material shortages, and other issues affecting delivery.

• Prepare and maintain production schedules, work orders and related planning records.

• Review material requirements and raise purchase orders for raw materials, tooling, consumables, and other production-related items.

• Source and liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, negotiate prices, and follow up on delivery schedules.

• Monitor material availability and ensure materials are purchased in time to support production requirements.

• Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders and expedite urgent materials when required.

• Maintain purchasing and inventory records, including purchase orders, delivery dates, and outstanding items.

• Monitor inventory levels to avoid material shortages or excessive stock.

• Coordinate with the store and production teams on material receiving and availability.

• Perform other production planning and purchasing duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum GCE O-Level, Higher Nitec or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Precision Engineering or equivalent.

• Preferably with a few years of relevant experience in production planning, purchasing, or manufacturing.

• Experience in a precision engineering, machining or manufacturing environment will be an advantage.

• Basic understanding of machining processes, materials, and production requirements.

• Able to read and understand engineering drawings.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Experience with ERP/MRP systems will be an advantage.

• Good communication, coordination and follow-up skills.

• Meticulous, organised and able to work independently.

• Able to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.machining,