Aliaxis

Purchasing Planner (6 month Fixed Term)

UK - Huntingdon Full time

WHO ARE WE

At Aliaxis, we design innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions for fluid and energy management. Our pipe and fitting systems work seamlessly behind the scenes — delivering peace of mind to customers and end users across the globe.

With operations in over 40 countries, we tackle the most complex challenges in the building, infrastructure, industrial, electrical, and agriculture sectors. But what truly drives us is our people. Our 15,000 employees bring the expertise, passion, and dedication that power everything we do.

Together, we make life flow — and we're looking for talented individuals to join us on that journey.

WHAT WE’RE WORKING TOWARDS

We're offering a unique opportunity to join a global Belgian company with an international and collaborative culture. Aliaxis is focused on reinforcing our operational foundations and building the agility needed to capture future growth opportunities. Through our Horizon 2030 strategy, we're evolving into a more disciplined, high-performing global Group — and we're looking for talented people who want to contribute to this long-term strategic journey.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Supply Chain Planner, you will develop and execute reliable supply plans that support customer demand, operational efficiency, and inventory optimisation. Acting as a key point of contact for your portfolio, you’ll ensure supply chains are professionally planned, scheduled, and governed using robust data and ERP/MRP systems. Working cross-functionally, you’ll help drive consistent, high-quality delivery within a continuous improvement environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Create and manage credible supply plans that balance customer demand, inventory levels, and logistics capability.

  • Work within our ERP systems (including MRP outputs) to interpret, validate, and action planning recommendations.

  • Own and manage your supply chain, maintaining oversight of the orderbook and making decisions that support business priorities.

  • Identify, escalate, and resolve supply risks — ensuring transparency of vulnerabilities and opportunities within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) cycle.

  • Support Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes by providing accurate, reliable data and insights.

  • Evaluate and optimise inventory strategies to ensure high availability while minimising cost and excess stock.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure plans are aligned, feasible, and delivered to meet customer expectations.

  • Participate in business reviews, operational meetings, and continuous improvement activities.

  • Adhere to relevant policies, processes, and governance frameworks across the supply chain.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of analytical capability, supply chain experience, and a proactive mindset. You will have:

  • Significant experience in purchasing planning, production planning, or scheduling within a manufacturing or engineering environment.

  • A decisive, organised, and methodical approach to prioritising work in a fast-paced setting.

  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to work confidently across departments.

  • A data-driven mindset with excellent analytical capability and strong IT skills (Excel essential; Power BI preferable).

  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems (Dynamics AX advantageous).

  • Exposure to S&OP or IBP processes (desirable).

  • A natural inclination to challenge processes constructively and drive continuous improvement.

  • High levels of self-motivation, independence, and ownership.

Benefits:

  • Life Assurance 6x annual salary

  • Critical illness cover

  • Pension contribution up to 10%

  • Dental & Health cash plans

  • Hybrid Working - 2 days per week from home

  • Enhanced parental leave

  • Great discounts on local retailers and restaurants

  • Fantastic Health & Wellbeing package including an Employee Assistance Programme

  • Full access to LinkedIn Learning to aid personal and professional development

  • Cycle to work scheme

Plus many more

ABOUT OUR WORKPLACE

Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds.

We are guided by our behaviours — We Care, We Dare, We Deliver! These reflect what we expect from each other and what you can expect from us: a culture that looks after its people, encourages you to challenge and improve, and gives you the space to make a real contribution.

HOW WE WELCOME YOU

For us, equity and belonging start already at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.