Materials Planner

Supersede Recruitment Partners; Derby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer in Derby is seeking a Materials Planner to ensure raw materials and packaging availability for production. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar fast-paced sector, strong analytical and communication skills, and good IT knowledge, including ERP/MRP systems. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career development within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for career progression

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant role within food manufacturing or FMCG.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive problem-solver able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule the supply of raw materials and packaging.
• Maintain stock levels and manage inventory effectively.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to monitor material requirements.
• Work cross-functionally to resolve supply issues.
• Develop supplier relationships for on-time delivery.
• Identify process improvements to drive efficiency.

Skills

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Tools

Excel

ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Overview

Materials Planner / Supply Chain Planner – Derby. Salary: £35000 plus benefits. Recruited on behalf of a market-leading food manufacturing business supplying branded and own-label products to major UK retailers.

The Role

As a Materials Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring the right raw materials and packaging are available to meet production schedules in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Using ERP/MRP systems, you will manage inventory levels, build supplier relationships, and help maintain a smooth production flow with minimal waste.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule the supply of raw materials and packaging to meet daily and weekly production plans.
• Maintain accurate stock levels, balancing availability with cost-effective inventory management.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to monitor demand and material requirements.
• Work cross-functionally with procurement, production planning, and logistics to resolve any supply issues.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery and service levels.
• Identify process improvements to drive efficiency, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement.

About You

• Experience in a Materials Planner, Supply Chain Planner, Production Planner, Inventory Planner, or MRP Controller role (preferably within food manufacturing, FMCG, or a similar fast-paced sector).
• Strong organisational and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
• Good IT skills, with Excel and ERP/MRP system knowledge (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Proactive, problem-solving mindset with the ability to work under pressure.

Why Apply?

• Join one of the UK's top food manufacturers supplying all major supermarkets.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative supply chain and planning team.
• Competitive salary package with opportunities for career progression and professional development