Material Planner

1st Executive; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits for a materials planner at a global manufacturing firm. This engaging role involves working closely with key stakeholders to ensure the timely supply of materials while managing production schedules. You'll be part of a dynamic team, focusing on continuous improvement and developing strong supplier relationships. If you're passionate about material planning and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this could be the perfect role for you. Join a company where your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and success!

Qualifications

• Experience in material planning is essential for this role.
• Familiarity with SAP or ERP systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Schedule components to meet production requirements and manage risks.
• Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and resolve supplier concerns.

Skills

Material Planning

Risk Management

Stakeholder Communication

Continuous Improvement

Tools

SAP

ERP Systems

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a materials planner for a global manufacturing company.

3 month temp role on a rolling contract.

You will be working in a fast-paced team environment in an engaging role with a difference, liaising closely with key stakeholders of the business to ensure that the supply of materials meets the production schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Schedule components to meet production requirements whilst maintaining minimal safety stock levels.
• Manage risks to minimise impact on production schedule.
• Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement.
• Ensure that data is accurate.
• Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time.
• Support supplier meetings.
• Resolve supplier concerns and evaluate supplier performance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience of material planning is essential.

SAP/ERP experience is desirable.

This role is based on site 5 days a week.