Engineering Materials Planner & Inventory Control

Vickerstock; Northern Ireland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering manufacturing business in Northern Ireland is seeking a temporary Materials Planner / Inventory Control professional. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in materials planning, inventory management, and purchase order processing in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing material requirements, monitoring inventory, and liaising with teams to ensure production schedules are met. This role offers a valuable opportunity to make an immediate impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in materials planning or inventory control in manufacturing.
• Background in engineering or manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material requirements to meet production demands.
• Raise, issue and manage purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain accurate stock records.
• Liaise with production, engineering and stores teams.
• Track supplier deliveries and resolve shortages.

Skills

Materials planning

Inventory management

Purchase order processing

Strong ERP/MRP system experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

A well-established engineering manufacturing business in Northern Ireland is seeking a temporary Materials Planner / Inventory Control professional. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in materials planning, inventory management, and purchase order processing in a manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include managing material requirements, monitoring inventory, and liaising with teams to ensure production schedules are met. This role offers a valuable opportunity to make an immediate impact.