Material Planner & Purchasing

Production, Planning & Scheduling (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) Come and be a part of the team that produces premium beverages, including The Apple Press and Boring Oat Milk. Apollo Foods was established to target key export markets, leveraging New Zealand's reputation as a safe and traceable food source. At Apollo Foods, we are committed to creating a sustainable and exciting work environment and we need good people to join our team. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality products to customers worldwide.Qualifications & experienceSelf-motivated and capable of working both independently and in a team environment.Strong written and numerical skillsGood communicator with the ability to form and maintain good relationships.Excellent attention to detailPrevious experience of material planning in a manufacturing environment.Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.Computer literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office programmes.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilityTasks & responsibilitiesResponsible for purchasing and co-ordinating deliveries of all raw materials, ingredients, and packaging to meet both the scheduled and forecast production with a view to maximising production efficiencies and capacity utilisation and minimising inventory levels.Schedule the supply of all component materials to meet production demand requirements and meet minimum safety stock levels.Daily Management of Orders and deliveriesMonitor Inventory levels against agreed target levelsPrepare Component pick sheets for production ordersProvide relevant demand forecasts to external suppliersSustainability-led businessInternal culture and wellbeing committeeTraining and advancement opportunitiesRegular company-wide morning teas Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr