Material Planner

Rullion; Stone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Material Planner to manage stock and materials for production. The role involves liaising with production teams and using MRP systems for forecasting needs. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a background in electrical components. This is a permanent position based in Stone, Staffordshire offering competitive salary and a professional work environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electrical components and an electrical background is desirable.
• Experience using MRP/ERP tools is beneficial.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with production and project teams to understand material requirements.
• Order and maintain stock of consumables and project materials.
• Use MRP systems to forecast components needed for production.
• Define and update inventory levels and parameters.
• Compile data for Management monthly reports.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Tools

MRP/ERP tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)

Job description

Job title: Material Planner
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Permanent
Location: Stone, Staffordshire
Hours of work: Mon to Fri (37.5 hours)
Salary: Competitive

Role Responsibilities:
* Liaising with both the production and project teams to understand the components required for the delivery of project programmes.
* Ordering and maintaining a stock of consumable and project build materials in line with production demand.
* Balance supply and demand: Use MRP systems to forecast components required to meet production needs.
* Manage supply and stock parameters: Define and update inventory levels, lead times, Minimum Order Quantities, to meet service targets while minimizing excess stock.
* Work closely with the production scheduler and project managers to ensure accurate forecasting of materials.
* Compile and record necessary data used to produce Management monthly reports
* Collaborate with the Project Teams and production Team Leaders to identify production KPI targets to give accurate visibility of performance Assist the Stores Team with the control and traceability of materials

Personal Qualities:
* Approachable diplomatic manner.
* Ability to plan, co-ordinate and prioritise workloads, managing multiple priorities and working under pressure
* Professional, methodical, organised, flexible approach.
* Takes ownership and accountability.
* Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills.

Desirable Knowledge:
* Knowledge of electrical components / electrical background
* Previous experience using MRP/ERP tool
* Good Knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, SharePoint and especially Excel

Interested in this position? please click "apply now" We try to respond to all applicants, but sometimes this is not possible due to high volumes of applications; if you have not heard from us within 14 days, regrettably it means you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. This permanent/contract vacancy is being advertised by Rullion Ltd Since 1978, Rullion has been securing exceptional candidates for a range of clients; from large well-known brands, to SMEs and start-ups. As a family-owned business, Rullion's approach is credible and honest, focused on building long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates. Rullion is a forward-thinking recruitment company that specialises in providing a wide range of talent consultancy services to a diverse client base; from small start-ups to large household names. We celebrate and support diversity and are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.