Strategic Production Procurement and Asset Planner

Strategic Production Procurement & Asset Planner (Kit Wrangler)

About CineArk

CineArk is the trusted technical partner to the world’s most ambitious productions, from studio features to high-end television and broadcast. Operating from London, Dublin, and Cardiff, we specialise in video, RF, data, DIT, networking, and comms, with a focus on supporting physical production by connecting people and technology. Our commitment to innovation, technical excellence, reliability, and support has established us as the leading specialist in our field.

Brief description of role

We are seeking a Production Procurement & Asset Planner, to support our growing production team. This role owns the strategic procurement, asset utilisation analysis, and future–kit availability planning that keeps CineArk’s production office running smoothly. You’ll ensure the right equipment is available for upcoming hires, identify shortages early, evaluate purchase options, and work closely with our engineering department to ensure new builds and refurbishments are completed in time for confirmed jobs. Your goal will be to keep CineArk’s rental fleet commercially sharp, technically current, and operationally ready.

Role and Responsibilities:

Forecasting & Availability Planning

Future hire analysis — Review upcoming bookings, long–form productions, and tentative enquiries to identify kit shortages or conflicts.
Shortage flagging — Proactively alert management and operations when stock levels or availability windows are at risk.
Scenario modelling — Run best/worst–case scenarios for overlapping hires, seasonal demand, and high–risk categories.

Strategic Procurement

Vendor engagement — Source quotes, negotiate pricing, and maintain relationships with manufacturers and distributors.
Purchase proposals — Build business cases for new kit purchases, including ROI, utilisation forecasts, and competitive analysis.
End–of–life alternatives — Identify replacement models when equipment is discontinued or no longer serviceable.
Cost benchmarking — Compare pricing across suppliers and track historical spend.

Asset Utilisation & Fleet Intelligence

Utilisation reporting — Analyse utilisation rates across all fixed assets to inform purchasing, retirement, and refurbishment decisions.
Lifecycle tracking — Monitor asset age, service history, and depreciation to guide long–term planning.
Fleet optimisation — Recommend redistribution, bundling, or decommissioning of under–performing assets.

Cross–Department Collaboration

Engineering coordination — Work with the engineering team to ensure new builds, custom rigs, and repairs are completed ahead of job deadlines.
Operations alignment — Partner with bookings, warehouse, and production office teams to maintain accurate availability data.
Inventory accuracy — Support stock–take cycles and ensure system data reflects real–world asset status.

Candidate Requirements:

Proven experience in procurement, rental operations, production equipment, or broadcast/film technology.
Strong understanding of camera, grip, lighting, RF, monitoring, and data–handling equipment.
Ability to interpret utilisation data and turn it into actionable recommendations.
Commercial awareness: ROI modelling, cost comparison, and supplier negotiation.
Excellent communication skills for cross–team coordination.
Comfortable working in a fast–paced environment with shifting timelines.

Key Attributes

Forward–thinking — Always scanning ahead for shortages, risks, and opportunities.
Detail–driven — Accuracy in availability planning and procurement documentation.
Commercially minded — Balances cost, performance, and long–term value.
Technically curious — Keeps up with industry trends and emerging technologies.
Collaborative — Works seamlessly with engineering, operations, and management.

Working Conditions

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Holiday – 31 days per year including UK bank holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Employee of the Month Award
2 unpaid days annually for volunteering
Regular staff socials and celebrations

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