Material Planner (12-Month FTC) - JIT & Inventory Mastery

Loyalty Rules; Wrexham; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking a Materials Planner for a 12-month fixed-term role at the Wrexham Plant. You will ensure non-bulk raw materials and non-SAP inventory are ordered, delivered and available to meet the production schedule, working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

You will balance stock levels, prevent disruptions and liaise with European procurement and global suppliers, with some infrequent travel. The role requires weekend and out-of-hours support as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with non-bulk warehousing and bulk storage procedures.
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities with attention to deadlines.
• Experience influencing operational or shift-management decisions.
• Willingness to cover weekends and out-of-hours support.

Responsibilities

• Plan material requirements to meet production schedule.
• Manage inventory levels and reorder as needed.
• Coordinate deliveries and address supply issues with suppliers.
• Maintain SAP purchase orders and material contracts.
• Support scheduling and finance, including resolving invoice queries.

Skills

Planning

Scheduling

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Deadline orientation

Shift-management experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Kellanova is seeking a Materials Planner for a 12-month fixed-term role at the Wrexham Plant. You will ensure non-bulk raw materials and non-SAP inventory are ordered, delivered and available to meet the production schedule, working with suppliers and cross-functional teams.

You will balance stock levels, prevent disruptions and liaise with European procurement and global suppliers, with some infrequent travel. The role requires weekend and out-of-hours support as needed.