Material Planner

Michael Page; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day rate £180–£200

Free parking

Hybrid work

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an interim Material Planner for a full-time role based in Peterborough. You will review planning systems, create and release purchase orders, and coordinate with suppliers and plant teams to ensure accurate lead times.

The ideal candidate has experience in manufacturing, understands ERP/MRP and inventory control, and can analyse demand across a rolling 12 months. The role is hybrid with 3 days in the office and offers a day rate of £180–£200.

Qualifications

• Experience as Material Planner or similar in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
• Proficient in Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Review daily material planning to align supply with demand.
• Create and release purchase orders for materials.
• Monitor supplier order books and planning information.
• Expedite, defer or reschedule orders as needed.
• Provide accurate delivery information to Customer Order Management.
• Participate in cross-functional planning meetings.
• Build relationships with suppliers and plant teams for lead-time management.
• Analyse 12-month rolling demand and supply.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast accuracy.
• Produce reports and KPI analysis to support planning decisions.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental policies.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory control

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Full time interim Material Planner position based in Peterborough. The role offers 3 days in the office.

Client Details

This position is with a company in manufacturing and are looking for an interim Material Planner based in Peterborough.

Description

• Review daily material planning systems to ensure supply is aligned with customer demand.
• Create and release purchase orders for materials and finished goods.
• Monitor supplier order books and maintain accurate planning information.
• Expedite, defer, or reschedule purchase orders in line with changing business requirements.
• Work closely with Customer Order Management teams to provide accurate delivery and planning information.
• Participate in cross-functional end-to-end planning meetings.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and plant teams to ensure accurate lead-time management.
• Analyse supply and demand requirements over a rolling 12-month planning horizon.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast accuracy, identifying potential risks and shortages.
• Maintain and optimise planning parameters including reorder points, min/max inventory levels and safety stock settings.
• Support inventory optimisation initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Produce reports and KPI analysis to support planning decisions and supply chain performance.
• Ensure compliance with all Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures.

Profile

• Previous experience in a Material Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Production Planner, Inventory Planner or similar role.
• Experience working within a manufacturing, engineering, automotive, aerospace or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of material planning, inventory control and supply chain processes.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems for planning and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of forecasting, demand planning and supply planning methodologies would be advantageous.
• Understanding of PFEP (Plan for Every Part) principles is desirable.
• Can commute to Peterborough

Job Offer

• Day rate of £180 - £200
• Free parking
• Hybrid working