Materials Flow Specialist for Production

Confidential; England; On-site; GBP 145,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a proactive Materials Coordinator to join its busy Planning team on a fixed-term contract of 5 months. The role focuses on ensuring timely material flow, releasing work orders, and maintaining Kanban-driven processes to support production and customer requirements.

You will monitor inventory levels, coordinate stock transfers, and work closely with internal teams to prevent shortages and delays in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, materials, supply chain or planning environment.
• Strong IT skills and experience with stock/order management systems.
• Good organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify issues and take proactive steps to resolve them.
• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Releasing internal work orders accurately and on time.
• Monitoring inventory levels and identifying potential shortages.
• Taking proactive action to minimise delays to production.
• Tracking outstanding orders and liaising with internal teams to ensure requirements are met.
• Coordinating stock transfers between sites.
• Releasing daily Kanban orders to maintain a consistent flow of materials to production.
• Managing Kanban trolley rotation and ensuring timely replenishment.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with agreed processes.
• Supporting the wider Planning team with other operational activities as required.

Skills

Inventory control

Kanban

Analytical skills

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Fast-paced environment

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Confidential is seeking a proactive Materials Coordinator to join its busy Planning team on a fixed-term contract of 5 months. The role focuses on ensuring timely material flow, releasing work orders, and maintaining Kanban-driven processes to support production and customer requirements.

You will monitor inventory levels, coordinate stock transfers, and work closely with internal teams to prevent shortages and delays in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.