Material Planner (m/f/d)

Brose Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry seeks a Material Planner to ensure timely supply and efficient material flow. The ideal candidate will have experience in logistics, strong SAP skills, and excellent communication abilities. Join a dynamic team focused on continuous improvement within the logistics value stream.

Benefits

Modern working environment

Innovative work culture

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in logistics or production planning, ideally in automotive.
• Familiarity with SAP (MM and SD required, PP beneficial).

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and timely supply of components and materials.
• Develop and maintain accurate despatch plans.
• Monitor and manage stock levels and accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Data Entry

Education

HNC level qualification in Logistics

Business-related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

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As a successful family-owned company on a path to global growth, the Brose Group offers challenging responsibilities and exciting career opportunities to performance-driven, skilled specialists with solid professional knowledge and proven career expertise who wish to contribute to our company’s success.

Your tasks

1. Ensure the efficient and timely supply of components and the smooth flow of materials—both inbound and outbound—to meet customer requirements.
2. Develop and maintain accurate despatch plans to meet customer delivery schedules.
3. Plan production orders based on customer call-offs, assessing feasibility and resolving conflicts through direct negotiation.
4. Take full ownership of the production plan and ensure plan adherence.
5. Escalate supply issues promptly—missed targets, stock drops, customer shortfalls, etc.
6. Analyze demand forecasts and liaise directly with customers.
7. Monitor and manage stock levels, accuracy, and resolve variances.
8. Input and update customer schedules in the system within 24 hours of receipt.
9. Navigate and manage customer portals and systems to avoid disruption to dispatch or production.
10. Resolve system errors (e.g., COGI) to ensure accurate data and material flow.
11. Manage material changes linked to engineering modifications (GECOS), minimizing obsolete stock.
12. Maintain and update master data in SAP regularly.
13. Track, report, and drive logistics KPIs.
14. Contribute to continuous improvement within the logistics value stream.
15. Coordinate premium freight bookings and follow escalation and approval processes.
16. Comply with all company policies and values including health & safety, quality, code of conduct, and environmental practices.

Your profile

1. HNC level qualification in Logistics, Production Planning, or a Business-related field.
2. 3–5 years in logistics or production planning, ideally within the automotive industry.
3. Familiarity with SAP (MM and SD required, PP beneficial).
4. Strong IT and data entry skills.
5. Excellent communication and negotiation capabilities.
6. Understanding of logistics and production processes.
7. Comfortable with fast-paced environments and tight deadlines.

What we offer

We offer a modern working environment within Brose's innovative work culture.

Application process

If you are ready to take the next step in your career, please apply directly via the online application form. For questions, contact HR representative Agata Adamiková at ([phone].

Please note that work authorization and travel into the United States are required for this position, and each case will be reviewed individually considering current Covid-19 restrictions and travel bans.