Materials Planner

TN United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive Materials Planner to join their team in Lincoln. This temporary to permanent position offers an immediate start and a salary of £32k. As a key player in supply chain management, you will develop effective material planning strategies, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. If you have strong analytical skills and a passion for optimizing material processes, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career in the manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar planning position within manufacturing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Developing effective material planning strategies.
• Coordinating with suppliers for timely procurement.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Negotiation Abilities

Supply Chain Management

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management

Degree in Logistics

Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Supply Chain Software

MS Office Suite

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About Our Client

The client is a reputable company in the manufacturing industry and has a global footprint however their primary operations are based in Lincoln.

Job Description

As the Materials Planner you will be responsible for:

• Developing an effective material planning strategy to ensure optimal stock levels.
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials.
• Liaising with internal departments to forecast material needs based on production schedules.
• Implementing measures to minimise material wastage and surplus.
• Maintaining accurate records of material supplies, orders, and costs.
• Addressing any issues or discrepancies in material supplies promptly and efficiently.
• Regularly reviewing market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations in all material handling processes.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Materials Planner should have:

• Previously worked in a similar planning position within manufacturing - ESSENTIAL
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - ESSENTIAL
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities - ESSENTIAL
• Proficiency in supply chain software and MS Office Suite - ESSENTIAL
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment - ESSENTIAL
• A degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field - DESIRABLE

What's on Offer

• An immediate start is available
• Temporary to permanent position
• Salary equivalent of £32k

If you are a proactive, organised individual with a passion for supply chain management, we encourage you to apply for this Materials Planner position. This could be the next step in your career in the manufacturing industry.