Material Scheduler

Cast UK; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Blackburn is seeking a Material Scheduler for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves ensuring raw material availability, managing purchase orders, and liaising with suppliers. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of scheduling experience and good Excel skills. This position offers growth opportunities with flexible working arrangements and the potential for a permanent role.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Career growth opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Min 1 years' material scheduling experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Good command of Microsoft Excel for data analysis (Intermediate level).
• Passion to develop a career within Supply Chain Management.

Responsibilities

• Schedule raw material deliveries to ensure availability for Production.
• Place and expedite purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers to manage vendor performance.

Skills

Material scheduling experience

Microsoft Excel (Intermediate)

Collaborative communication

Organisational skills

Ability to multi-task

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Do you have previous material scheduling experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Are you great with numbers and a whizz on Excel?!

Check out this fantastic 12 month fixed term contract with a growing manufacturing business in the Blackburn area. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure and experience in a global business, and there is real potential the role could become permanent at the end of the initial term.


Key Responsibilities:

• Schedule appropriate raw material deliveries to ensure availability for Production plan
• Place and expedite purchase orders with international supplier base
• Liaise with suppliers to resolve issues/queries and manage vendor performance
• Escalate late or "at risk" supply to Supply Chain Management
• Liaise with warehouse teams to ensure adherence to inbound schedule and timely inbound processing
• Work to KPIs such as material availability, supplier OTIF and inventory levels

Ideal skills and experience:

• Min 1 years' material scheduling experience within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Good command of Microsoft Excel for data analysis (Intermediate level - . Pivot Tables, Vlookups)
• Passion to develop a career within Supply Chain Management
• Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multi-task and meet a variety of critical deadlines
• Driving licence and own vehicle - some local business travel will be required as part of the role (travel expenses covered)

Why should I apply?

• Chance to work for a fantastic, international business with a global footprint
• Great opportunities for career growth, training and professional development
• Flexible working including Hybrid arrangement (2 days per week working from home)
• Work as part of a tight, close knit supply chain team which fosters a positive and collaborative working culture
• Real potential for the contract to be made permanent following the initial 12 month term

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