Main purpose of the job:

Materials planning for fabrics to meet client project requirements and preparation of orders for manufacturing.

Monitor inventory levels against forecast and place orders to maintain adequate stock levels based on project requirements.

Main duties:

1. Planning and monitoring of fabric requirements for each project
2. Weekly checks updating stock levels.
3. Calculation of fabric requirements for new orders including piping.
4. Managing fabric stock levels alongside requirements for new projects
5. Raising purchase orders for weekly ordering of fabrics from suppliers and following up on delivery timescales to meet client requirements.
6. Attendance at weekly production meetings.
7. Helping with database back ground data updates by adding new products etc.
8. Working alongside the Production Supervisor to create documentation for manufacturing each order.
9. Any other reasonable task required as need arises.

Experience and Abilities

1.    Experience in stock management and manufacturing industry ideally textiles or similar products

2.    Creative background

3.    Knowledge of computer programmes Excel, Word, Power Point, Database

4.    Excellent maths knowledge

5.    Good analytical and problem solving skills

6.    Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise differing demands

7.    A Team player

Benefits:

Company pension

Westfield Medical

Life Insurance

1 week's Year end bonus in November (pro rata)

1 week's Christmas Bonus in December (pro rata)