Material Planner

Outsource UK lTD; Barwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Material Planner in Barwell. The role involves coordinating with suppliers, supporting production scheduling, and maintaining data accuracy across systems. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in supply chain or logistics and strong Excel skills. This is an on-site position with a 12-month rolling contract and offers up to £25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in supply chain, logistics, planning or similar.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material availability.
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning.
• Maintain accurate data across MRP and internal systems.
• Build effective communication channels with stakeholders.

Skills

Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)

Confident communicator

Good team player

Flexible and open-minded

Eager to learn

Education

Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

Material Planner

Location : Desford

Contract :

12-month rolling contract

Hourly Rate :

Up to £25 per hour Umbrella

Start Date :

January 2026

Hours :

37.5 per week (Mon–Thu 08 : 00–16 : 30, Fri 08 : 00–13 : 30)

Working Arrangements :

On-site, Monday to Friday

About the Role

You'll work closely with suppliers, build strong working relationships, and support a number of ongoing projects (details shared on start). This role is a backfill position and plays a key part in maintaining smooth material flow across operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material availability
• Support production scheduling and capacity planning
• Maintain accurate data across MRP and internal systems
• Build effective communication channels with stakeholders

What We're Looking For

• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
• Confident communicator and good team player
• Flexible, open-minded and eager to learn
• Minimum 2 years' experience in supply chain, logistics, planning or similar
• Degree in Supply Chain or related field (desirable)

If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Daniel McShane on 0161 694 9191 for more information.