Material Planner

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Non-contributory Pension

Life Assurance

Group income protection

Private medical cover

Holiday 26 days with buy/sell

Job summary

GE Aerospace is seeking a Material Planner to ensure accurate material throughput and effective control for manufacturing cells and external customers. The role focuses on world-class material flow, storage, and kitting in readiness for program ramp-ups and integration.

You will attend daily rhythms, review material positions, and apply problem-solving skills to deliver swift resolutions while supporting process improvements to reduce cycle times and inventory turns.

Qualifications

• IT literate with confident user of PC packages and experienced in ERP/MRP planning systems.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with wider team.

Responsibilities

• Attend daily operating rhythms to ensure cell material position clarity.
• Use planning methods to execute in line with Production Plan.
• Review material position and drive supply-chain to deliver to customer requirements.
• Support leadership on process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Strong planning skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Job Description Summary In this role you will be a Material Planner within the Materials Organisation, responsible for accurate and efficient material throughput in support of manufacturing cells, engineering, and external customers. This role has a strong emphasis on ensuring world class standards of material flow, storage, accuracy, quality, and kitting in readiness for program ramp-ups and integration. The Material Planner will be integral in executing the Production Plan to manage work-order launches in combination with effective material presentation and control.

Role Summary / Purpose Attend daily operating rhythms to ensure cell material position clarity. Use planning methods to execute in line with Production Plan. Review material position and drive supply-chain to deliver in line with customer requirements. Apply problem solving skills to overcome cell queries and provide swift resolutions. Assist other coaches and leadership with process improvements to develop performance of local team and the wider manufacturing workshop. Support leadership on process improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, improve inventory turns, reduce manufacturing losses, and develop world-class material presentation. Deliver on personal goals agreed with leadership relating to Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with wider team.
• Working knowledge of both ERP & MRP systems.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• High level of attention to detail and effective problem-solving approach.

Qualification / Requirements

IT literate with confident user of PC packages and experienced in use of ERP/MRP planning systems.

Flexible Working

GE Aerospace supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.

Total Reward

At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible. As a new joiner to GE Aerospace we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;

• Non-contributory Pension
• Life Assurance
• Group income protection
• Private medical cover
• Holiday Hourly equivalent of 26 days, with flexible option to buy or sell

Security Clearance

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS

Right to Work

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry-leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.