Planner Buyer

Apply for the Planner Buyer role at Azenta Life Sciences (Azenta UK, Ltd.).

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking drive our future. Our customer‑focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation, challenge the status quo, and collaborate to build strong relationships. All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value, and Integrity.

• Develop, maintain, and improve accurate demand forecasts to support production and purchasing plans.
• Source and purchase raw materials, components, and indirect supplies in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure materials and products are available to meet production schedules and customer demand to achieve On Time Delivery (OTD).
• Monitor stock levels and consumption rates to anticipate supply needs, avoid stockouts, and reduce excess inventory.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and secure reliable supply.
• Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods.
• Lead regular planning meetings to review production schedules, inventory status, and forecast updates.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and reliability and lead Quarterly Business Reviews with key suppliers.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain process to increase efficiency and responsiveness.

• On‑Time Delivery to Customer Request Date
• On‑Time Supplier Delivery
• At Target Safety Stock
• Inventory Turns
• Revenue Target

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; APICS certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Proven experience in demand planning and purchasing in a production‑driven environment (life sciences or similar regulated industry preferred).
• Solid understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain processes, including procurement, production planning, and inventory management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and align cross‑functional teams.
• High attention to detail, problem‑solving capability, and a proactive, continuous‑improvement mindset.

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Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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