Materials Planner

Michael Page (UK); Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized manufacturing firm in FMCG is seeking a Materials Planner in Tees Valley. The role involves managing materials, coordinating with supply chain teams, and ensuring production schedules are met. The ideal candidate has experience in a similar role and strong analytical skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £40,000, private healthcare, and generous holidays.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Refer-a-friend scheme

Clear progression plans

Qualifications

• Experience in material planning and production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills to forecast and manage stock levels effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant planning software and tools.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in planning and reporting.
• Understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage materials to ensure production schedules are met efficiently.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Monitor production workflows and adjust schedules as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Analyse data to forecast material requirements and minimise waste.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements within planning operations.
• Support inventory management and reporting processes.

Skills

Material planning experience

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in planning software and tools

Excellent communication abilities

Organisational abilities

Detail-oriented approach

Understanding of supply chain processes

Job description

• Experience required in a similar role within a manufacturing environment
• Excellent opportunity in a consistently growing business

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating within the manufacturing FMCG sector. They are committed to delivering high-quality products and services while fostering a supportive and professional work environment.

Job Description

• Plan and manage materials to ensure production schedules are met efficiently.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Monitor production workflows and adjust schedules as necessary to meet deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to address production and supply challenges.
• Analyse data to forecast material requirements and minimise waste.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards for procurement and supply chain.
• Identify and implement process improvements within planning operations.
• Support inventory management and reporting processes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Materials Planner should have:

• Experience in material planning and production planning within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills to forecast and manage stock levels effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant planning software and tools.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A detail-oriented approach to ensure accuracy in planning and reporting.
• An understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £40,000 per annum.
• Refer-a-friend scheme.
• Private healthcare and optical benefits.
• Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days, increasing to 26 after one year, plus bank holidays.
• Clear progression plans.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Materials Planner to advance their career in Hartlepool. If you're ready to make an impact in the FMCG industry, apply today!