Material Planning Leader

Baker Hughes; Nailsea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Hughes is seeking a Material Planning Leader for the Nailsea Controls Centre of Excellence. You will own material and production planning, ensuring on-time project delivery and collaboration across functions.

Lead a team of material planners and Production Controllers, optimize plans, and drive KPI performance while addressing risks and shortages in a fast-paced environment in Nailsea, England.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain planning or sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead teams and drive performance.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Strong influencing, leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and critical thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely release of materials into the supply chain and flag risks to stakeholders.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet project deliverables and resolve material delays.
• Own material planning KPIs for the Nailsea COE.
• Work with manufacturing to manage backlog slot planning aligned with material and capacity constraints.
• Lead launch readiness processes addressing material risks and equipment availability for shop orders.
• Lead and develop a team of material planners and Production Controllers.
• Optimize material plans by identifying supply risks and implementing mitigations.
• Manage launches of new products, qualifications and set up.
• Resolve material-related issues with Engineering and Procurement.
• Ensure cleanliness of MRP at all times.
• Manage stock levels and minimize excess, using stock on hand where possible.

Skills

Leadership

Supply chain planning

ERP systems (Oracle)

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

location Nailsea, Somerset, United Kingdom category Manufacturing Job ID: R169753 Posted: Oct 15th 2026

Would you like to lead global material planning strategies?
Do you enjoy driving supply chain excellence and ensuring on-time project delivery?

About Baker Hughes
At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we partner with our customers to deliver innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

Partner with the best

As a Material Planning Lead, you will own all material and production planning activities for the Production Control Line at the Nailsea Controls Centre of Excellence (COE). You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure materials are delivered on time to support project execution in Nailsea, England.

As a Material Planning Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring timely release of materials into the supply chain and flagging risks to stakeholders
• Working cross-functionally to meet project deliverables and resolve material delays
• Owning material planning KPIs for the Nailsea COE.
• Work closely with manufacturing to Manage backlog slot planning aligned with material and capacity constraints .
• Leading launch readiness processes to address material ri sks, equipment and skills sets availability for upcoming shop orders
• Leading and developing a team of material planners and Production Controllers.
• Optimizing material plans by identifying supply risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Managing the launch of new products, qualifications and set up.
• Problem solving material related issues by working cross functionally with Engineering and Procurement.
• Ensuring cleanliness of MRP at all time
• Managing stock level and ensuring minimum to no excess creation and working with engineering on using stock on hand instead of buying new

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in supply chain planning or sourcing
• Have experience leading teams and driving performance
• Have working knowledge of ERP systems (preferably Oracle)
• Have strong influencing, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Have excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities to work in a pressure environment.
• Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different, and the way people work best can vary. This role supports flexible working arrangements designed to help you balance personal and professional needs while delivering results.

This role follows the below working pattern:

• 5 days working from the office

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their full authentic selves to work.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Manufacturing Senior Specialist - Material Plan & Execution

Material Planning Leader – Production Control Systems (PCS).

Would you like to lead global material planning strategies?
Do you enjoy driving supply chain excellence and ensuring on-time project delivery?

About Baker Hughes
At Baker Hughes, we are transforming the future of energy. With operations in over 120 countries, we partner with our customers to deliver innovative solutions that make energy safer, cleaner, and more efficient.

Partner with the best

As a Material Planning Lead, you will own all material and production planning activities for the Production Control Line at the Nailsea Controls Centre of Excellence (COE). You will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure materials are delivered on time to support project execution in Nailsea, England.

As a Material Planning Leader, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring timely release of materials into the supply chain and flagging risks to stakeholders
• Working cross-functionally to meet project deliverables and resolve material delays
• Owning material planning KPIs for the Nailsea COE.
• Work closely with manufacturing to Manage backlog slot planning aligned with material and capacity constraints .
• Leading launch readiness processes to address material ri sks, equipment and skills sets availability for upcoming shop orders
• Leading and developing a team of material planners and Production Controllers.
• Optimizing material plans by identifying supply risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Managing the launch of new products, qualifications and set up.
• Problem solving material related issues by working cross functionally with Engineering and Procurement.
• Ensuring cleanliness of MRP at all time
• Managing stock level and ensuring minimum to no excess creation and working with engineering on using stock on hand instead of buying new

Fuel your passion

To be successful in this role you will:

• Have experience in supply chain planning or sourcing
• Have experience leading teams and driving performance
• Have working knowledge of ERP systems (preferably Oracle)
• Have strong influencing, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Have excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking abilities to work in a pressure environment.
• Have strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Work in a way that works for you

We recognize that everyone is different, and the way people work best can vary. This role supports flexible working arrangements designed to help you balance personal and professional needs while delivering results.

This role follows the below working pattern:

• 5 days working from the office

Working with us

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all our people are developed, engaged, and able to bring their full authentic selves to work.

Working for you

Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.

The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Manufacturing Senior Specialist - Material Plan & Execution

About Us: We are an energy technology company that provides solutions to energy and industrial customers worldwide. Built on a century of experience and conducting business in over 120 countries, our innovative technologies and services are taking energy forward – making it safer, cleaner and more efficient for people and the planet.

Join Us: Are you seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company that values innovation and progress? Join us and become part of a team of people who will challenge and inspire you! Let’s come together and take energy forward.

Baker Hughes Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Location Nailsea, Somerset, United Kingdom Category Manufacturing

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