Scheduling Buyer
- Posted 18 November 2025
- Salary £29500 - £33500 per annum
- LocationNorthern Ireland
- Job type Permanent
- Discipline Supply Chain and Procurement
- ReferenceMI-1711-MP_1763474052
Job description
Vickerstock are working in partnership with a heavy manufacturingbusiness on the appointment of a Scheduling Buyer on a full-time permanent basis. This is an excellent chance for a supply chain professioanal to gain experience in a manufacturing business who are recognised as one of the top names in their industry.
As the SchedulingBuyer, you will play a key part in the supply chain working closely with the dedicated production and procurement teams, ensuring that there is a continuous supply of critical parts and components to meet the demands of customers.
In your new role:
Create, manage, and optimise material schedules to support production timelines and build plans
Place purchase orders, track delivery performance, and identify risks before they become bottlenecks
Maintain strong communication with suppliers to ensure accuracy on lead times, forecasts, and capacity
Collaborate closely with production planners and engineering teams to align material requirements with build changes
Drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements through effective supplier engagement
Manage ERP/MRP data, ensuring accuracy in lead times, safety stock levels, and order parameters
Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and scheduling functions
What you will need to succeed:
2 year's in a similar role within manufacturing
Experience in material resource planning
Experience working with MRPs/ERPs
Competency in MS Excel
For a confidential conversation on how Vickerstock can help support you with your next move, get in touch with our supply chain consultant Michael Irwin today!
