Material Planner

ITM Power PLC; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in green hydrogen technology is seeking a Material Planner in Sheffield. Your role will entail managing supplier relationships, ensuring the timely supply of materials to support production, and actively expediting critical items. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in material planning within a manufacturing environment and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, excellent pension, and various lifestyle perks, fostering a culture of growth and diversity.

Benefits

Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme

Birthday holiday

Holiday Purchase

Cycle to work scheme

Lifestyle Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Eye Care

Gym Scheme

Life assurance

EV Car Leasing

Enhanced Parental Leave

Motor Save Scheme

Tech Save Scheme

Free electric car charging points

Qualifications

• Proven experience in material planning or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong supplier management and expediting background.
• Understanding of production processes, BOMs, and inventory control.
• Experience in fast-moving or project-based environments is desirable.
• CIPS qualification (or actively studying towards CIPS) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain supplier schedules in line with customer demand.
• Proactively expedite overdue and critical materials for production.
• Balance material availability with inventory targets.
• Participate in supplier performance reviews and contribute to improvements.

Skills

Material planning

Supplier management

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

MS Excel

Job description

Material Planner

ITM Power

Location: Sheffield

Direct Applications Only - No Agency Applicants at this time

About ITM Power

ITM is at the forefront of the green hydrogen industry, designing and manufacturing cutting-edge PEM electrolysers that are instrumental in global decarbonisation efforts. With over two decades of scientific expertise, we’ve established ourselves as industry leaders in clean energy technology.

Our Journey and Growth

As pioneers in green hydrogen technology, ITM is offering the most advanced PEM electrolyser technology in the world. Founded in 2000, ITM Power PLC was one of the first companies of its kind to be listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange. Headquartered in the UK, our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is the world’s first largest PEM Gigafactory in commercial operation, and home to our R&D and manufacturing. ITM Power Germany is our hub in the heart of the EU. This facility not only houses regional functions including business development and engineering, but also our Aftersales services with the ability to quickly deploy stacks.

Innovation and Impact

Our PEM electrolysers are deployed in some of the world's largest green hydrogen projects. We continue to push the boundaries of technology, enhancing cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Join Our Mission

ITM is in the midst of a transformative phase, focusing on streamlined delivery and operational excellence. We're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for clean energy and our drive to make a tangible impact on the world's transition to net-zero.

You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We’ve come a long way, join us in the next step of our incredible journey!

What are we looking for

We have an opportunity for a Material Planner, responsible for ensuring the timely supply of materials from suppliers to support production requirements. This role goes beyond scheduling by actively managing suppliers, expediting critical items and addressing potential risks to ensure production continuity. The Material Planner will work closely with procurement, logistics, production, warehouse and quality teams to drive supplier performance, optimise inventory levels and support operational growth.

Responsibilities

Supplier & Material Planning

• Develop, maintain, and communicate accurate supplier schedules in line with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and customer demand.
• Confirm supplier order acknowledgements and delivery commitments, escal anda risks.
• Ensure suppliers have the capacity, resources and lead‑time alignment to meet demand.
• Maintain accurate MRP/ERP data and adjust when required to reflect changing requirements.

Expediting & Supplier Management

• Proactively expedite overdue and critical materials to support production continuity.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance (OTIF) and maintain accurate records of deviations.
• Initiate and manage supplier recovery plans when risks to supply are identified.
• Act as the primary day‑to‑day contact for suppliers on scheduling, delivery, and escalation issues.

Inventory & Demand Control

• Balance material availability with inventory targets to minimise excess stock and working capital.
• Analyse customer forecasts and production demand to assess potential supplier impacts.
• Apply appropriate replenishment methods (MRP, Kanban, shortage lists) to optimise stock levels.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Participate in supplier performance reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support process improvements in material planning and supplier management.
• Contribute to cross‑functional problem‑solving, including production and logistics meetings.
• Create and maintain PFEP (Plan for Every Part) to standardise material flow and supply planning.

About You

Knowledge and Experience

• Proven experience in material planning or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
• Strong supplier management and expediting background
• Understanding of production processes, BOMs, and inventory control
• Experience in fast‑moving or project‑based environments is desirable
• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Advanced computer skills including MS Excel
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems (preferably SAP / Microsoft Dynamics 365)
• CIPS qualification (or actively studying towards CIPS) is desirable

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence suppliers and stakeholders
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills; able to manage multiple demands
• Problem‑solving mindset with ability to escape and resolve issues effectively
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required

What We Offer

The opportunity to work with cutting‑edge technology in a rapidly growing industry, within a dynamic environment where you can shape the future of energy and work with a team that’s actively addressing global climate challenges. Our corporate culture values safety, integrity and continuous improvement.

A competitive salary and an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday and a wider range of benefits including:

• Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
• Birthday holiday
• Holiday Purchase
• Cycle to work scheme
• Lifestyle Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Eye Care
• Gym Scheme
• Life assurance
• EV Car Leasing
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Motor Save Scheme
• Tech Save Scheme
• Our onsite parking includes free electric car charging points

We know your career is important to you, it’s important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.

Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.