Material Planner

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Material Planner who will be responsible for the procurement and availability of materials for production. This pivotal role involves inventory management and coordination with suppliers to ensure seamless operations in the supply chain. Ideal candidates should have 2–5 years of experience and strong ERP and Excel skills, with a proactive mindset to drive solutions.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or procurement.
• Strong understanding of MRP, safety stock, and lead times.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement and availability of materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers and monitor inventory levels.
• Align material supply with production demand.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Negotiation skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team-oriented

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Planning tools or software

Job description

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The Material Planner is responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective procurement and availability of materials required for production. This role involves coordinating with suppliers, monitoring inventory levels and aligning material supply with production demand to avoid shortages or excess stock. The planner plays a critical role in maintaining smooth operations within the supply chain and production departments.

Scope of the Role

• Inventory management

Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in material planning, supply chain, or procurement.

• Strong understanding of material planning concepts such as MRP, safety stock, and lead times.

• Proficiency with ERP systems.

• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with planning tools or software.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing or just-in-time (JIT) principles.

Skills:

• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Team-oriented with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.