Material Planner

Safran; Newport; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Manufacturing Planner to define supply parameters and manage supplier performance. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience in a similar role and a good understanding of ERP systems. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential. This position offers 25 days of holiday, a benefits programme, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays

Benefits Programme with various schemes

Career Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience in manufacturing planning.
• Good working knowledge of an ERP system.
• Proven skills in resource scheduling and procurement activities.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Define supply parameters in ERP tool by item.
• Participate in MRP validation process.
• Accountable for supplier on-time performance.
• Communicate requirements and changes to suppliers.
• Negotiate deadlines and quantities with suppliers.
• Monitor manufacturing defects and reschedule as needed.
• Measure and analyze supplier performance.
• Oversee manufacturing progress on supplier's site.

Skills

Manufacturing planning experience

ERP system knowledge

Resource scheduling

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Responsibilities

To define the supply parameters in the Companies Enterprise Resource Planning tool (ERP) by item file within individual scope of activity which are consistent with stock targets and the industrial strategy Participate in the Material Requirements Plan (MRP) validation process, analysing and processing exception messages (increase/decrease, progress, delay, cancel an order etc..) resulting from the MRP Accountable for the supplier on-time performance for your defined group of suppliers, informing suppliers of discrepancies and providing resolution where applicable whilst working closely with our internal Quality teams Confirm and communicate requirements and changes resulting from the MRP to the supplier by confirming any necessary modifications that are to be made, communicate to internal customers where applicable, escalating where necessary Issue the schedule agreements or purchase orders in line with ERP recommendations (1st & 2nd tier) Obtain acknowledgement from the supplier for any changes or modifications to requirements Negotiate dead-lines and quantities with suppliers within the limits of the contract established by the Purchasing team (negotiation of dead-lines / quantities, but not pricing) Provide information and visibility necessary to the internal Manufacturing Area and suggest solutions in cases of imbalance Monitor and analyse the impacts of manufacturing defects in terms of yield and if necessary reschedule requirements to ensure commitments can be met, work with the internal scheduler to ensure yield is factored into future planning. This may include managing orders relating to re-work or repair orders back into the business planning schedule Measure and analyse supplier performance in coordination with the Supplier Performance Matrix (where applicable) using the defined metrics and provides the required weekly/monthly reports Analyse the root cause of metrics not at target level and work with the SPM (where applicable) and external supplier to develop the necessary action/recovery plans Oversee the progress of manufacturing on the external supplier's site, manage delivery receipts, follow the flow through to reception of articles, manage administrative disputes and organise supplier returns. Organise regular visits to the external supplier's site to hold progress review meetings or to discuss short term performance issues Monitor external supplier capacity and provide an early warning to the SPM (when problems are foreseen) Establish and implement actions plans to limit uncertainties and hazards in the short term horizon and work with the external supplier to shorten production cycles within the supplier's manufacturing process Analyse the impacts of requests for technical modifications and other changes within their scope of activity and implement the action plans.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months experience in a similar manufacturing planning role.
• Good working knowledge of an ERP system.
• Proven skills in resource scheduling and procurement activities.
• Strong analytical abilities and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration.
• No candidate will meet every single desired qualification.

Company

Our in-house design studio co‑creates the most innovative experiences in the sky with our airline customers and partners. Our dedicated engineering, production and in‑service support facilities are integral to delivering a high‑end quality product that we keep flying throughout the life of programme. We are fully supported by a wide team of support functions, from HR to Finance, to Business Development and Planning and Logistics, our team is built to give Safran Seats an end‑to‑end capability in‑house in the UK. We focus on: Our people These are our four People Fundamentals that underpin everything we do at Safran:

• We believe in and fostering the conditions for diversity and inclusion to thrive.
• We develop our colleagues skills and build opportunities so you can shape our future.
• We create a trustworthy workplace to support you, as you dare to act and innovate.
• We encourage collaboration and mutual support between you and your colleagues.

So you'll be supported every step of the way! Sustainability Our people are at the heart of our success, as we work together to achieve our mission: contributing to a safer and more sustainable aviation. We are tackling the biggest challenges in aerospace, with a commitment to work to decarbonise the industry by 2050. Global Mobility As part of the Safran Group, across our businesses we are market leaders in aerospace, defence and space; there is always potential for future mobility in the UK and internationally. Our employees are at the heart of our success, as we work together for our sustainable future.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday + UK Bank Holidays
• Benefits Programme, with a number of schemes such as cycle to work, technology savings, retail discounts and access to private healthcare
• Career Progression opportunities such as company sponsorship and further training courses