Materials Planner

i2r Packaging; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled Materials Planner to manage procurement, planning, and stock operations. This role demands strong expertise in SAP and time management, alongside cooperation with the Supply Chain Manager. The successful candidate will ensure material availability and streamline processes to optimize production efficiency. With attractive benefits including generous annual leave and a pension scheme, this position is ideal for organized professionals looking to make a significant impact.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 1 for birthday

Employer pension contribution

Cash plan and discount benefit scheme

Annual bonus based on performance

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain management and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication skills in both verbal and written formats.

Responsibilities

• Manage material demand aligned with production plans.
• Issue purchase orders while maintaining stock policies.
• Review and amend order confirmations as necessary.
• Monitor inventory levels to meet agreed targets.
• Support cost-saving initiatives and implement improvements.

Skills

SAP Knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Time management skills

Knowledge of manufacturing processes

Good verbal and written communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Materials Planner

Telford

Salary - Competitive

Full Time - Permanent

i2r Packaging Solutions manufacture a comprehensive range of aluminium foil wrinklewall and smoothwall containers used throughout the food industry.

As a global leader in our field, we supply superior, lightweight, robust aluminium foil packaging for food for many leading retail brands as well as foil containers for wholesaler and distributor markets worldwide.

The Role

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, this role supports the procurement, planning and stock management of all aluminium to ensure consistent, timely flow into the business to effectively meet demand & optimise production efficiencies.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess material demand in line with the production plan and the finished good stock holding policy.
• Issue purchase and call off orders accordingly in line with the production plan and metal stock holding targets, maintaining min 3 month order horizon at all times.
• Review all order confirmations and make amendments where necessary.
• Review all purchase orders and close off when complete
• Weekly review of material availability against plan, expediting future supply, finding alternatives where required and communicating any potential shortfalls to the wider business.
• Where shortfalls occur, all potential resolutions should be investigated and proposed to the business and if agreed processed accordingly.
• Daily administration of all material despatch notifications, with timely management of SAP open order balances, making sure they are continually up to date, enabling timely order approval, material receipt & accurate future ordering.
• Regularly monitor customer commitments for LAQ material where required, ensuring timely completion in line with min 3-month order horizon.
• Monitor & report supplier performance considering OTIF & quality rejection.
• Review and respond to all forecast amendments where applicable.
• Monitor inventory levels against agreed targets.
• Support inventory checks to validate inventory accuracy.
• Timely resolution of all material related invoice queries.
• Support cost savings initiatives.
• Implement new procedures and improvements within the department, where required.
• Assist with new product development and requirements thereof
• Create regular statistical reports and analysis and update others within the organisation
• Cover Supply Chain departmental roles as and when required.

About You

Essential Experience

• SAP Knowledge
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain management.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and material management systems

We're looking for someone who has:

• Focused, flexible with a can-do attitude
• Excellent teamwork and communication
• Organised and able to prioritise work effectively
• Positive team player

Benefits Offered

• 25 days annual leave ) plus 1 day for bday
• Employer pension contribution
• Cash plan and discount benefit scheme
• Annual bonus based on performance

Apply today with an up-to-date CV.