Materials Planner

RTX; Kilkeel; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days Annual Leave

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellness Programs

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Kilkeel is seeking an Inventory Planner to manage and optimise stock against financial targets. You will develop material planning parameters, monitor forecasts and drive actions to reduce excess stock. You will produce KPI-based insights to support strategic decisions.

The role requires 2 years in a similar position with SAP/JDE/MRP experience and excellent communication. Onsite with a generous benefits package and clear career progression.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a comparable role.
• A minimum of 1 year’s working knowledge of SAP, JDE or MRP packages.
• Excellent communication skills and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise inventory levels in line with targets and financial plans.
• Develop and maintain material planning parameters (MRP types, lot sizes, min orders).
• Monitor forecasts, identify excess/trapped stock and drive corrective actions.
• Produce inventory KPI reports to support decisions.
• Improve forecast accuracy and supply chain efficiency through CI.

Skills

Inventory planning

Forecasting

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

JDE

MRP packages

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-10-16

Country:

United Kingdom

Location:

Kilkeel, Newry, Mourne and Down

Position Role Type:

Onsite

Joining Collins Aerospace isn't just about finding a job; it's about embarking on a journey to redefine the future of aerospace technology.

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio, and expertise to solve customers’ toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.

What You Will Do

• Manage and optimise inventory levels in line with business targets and financial plans.
• Develop and maintain material planning parameters, including MRP types, lot sizes and minimum order quantities.
• Monitor inventory forecasts, identify excess, trapped and stranded stock, and drive corrective actions.
• Produce inventory KPI reports and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance forecast accuracy, reduce inventory and improve supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain, Master Data and SIOP teams to align inventory plans with business objectives.
• Support supply risk management, scenario planning and production material forecasting.

Essential Criteria

• 2 years’ experience in a comparable role.
• A minimum of 1 year’s working knowledge of SAP, JDE or MRP (Materials Requirements Planning) packages.
• Efficient experience with Microsoft Excell
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable Criteria

• Experience of working within a busy Planning (or related) Department, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge on material planning.
• Qualified or working towards CIPS / CPIM qualification.

What We Offer

We are committed to providing an industry-leading benefits package. Our offerings include:

• 25 days Annual Leave & 9 Public Holidays
• Ability to buy & sell annual leave
• Attractive Compensation Package
• Private Medical Insurance
• Generous Employer Contribution Pension Scheme
• Early finish on Fridays
• Flexible benefits tailored to you
• Discounted gym membership
• Life Assurance
• Group Income Protection
• Professional Development & Growth
• Support with professional fees
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Healthcare benefits (including healthcare cash plan)
• Staff Discounts
• Work/Life Balance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunities for progression and development

At Collins Aerospace, our Interiors team is focused on innovation, safety and cost efficiency. But we don't just get people from point A to point B. We're committed to making air travel more comfortable, connected and secure. As a leader in aviation interior products and services, we're helping airlines and original equipment manufacturers create a positive experience for their customers. With offices and manufacturing facilities in more than 12 states across the U.S. and more than 10 countries around the globe, we're changing the game of aircraft interiors. Are you ready to join our team?

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form - with our customers and with each other - propel us all higher, again and again.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.