Materials Planner: Inventory Optimizer for Production

Celeros Flow Technology; Scotland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

33 days holiday (inclusive of bank and

Holiday buy and sell

Pension

Life Cover

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Celeros Flow Technology is seeking a Materials Planner in the United Kingdom to manage material requirements and align them with production schedules, coordinating with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams.

You will analyze forecasts, monitor stock levels, and drive improvements in forecast accuracy, lead times, and inventory turnover within a complex manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in materials planning, inventory management, or supply chain roles, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in complex project-based manufacturing is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of successful production planning and scheduling.
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong understanding of materials management principles, inventory control, and production scheduling.
• ASCM (formally APICS) certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain material requirements plans (MRP) for assigned production cells, ensuring alignment with project schedules and customer demands.
• Analyse production schedules and forecasts to determine material needs and procurement timelines
• Monitor inventory levels, identifying potential shortages or excesses, and recommend actions to optimise stock levels.
• Coordinate with procurement and production teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, minimising disruptions to operations
• Utilise ERP systems to track material usage, forecast needs, and report on inventory performance metrics
• Analyse historical data to improve forecasting accuracy and adjust planning parameters as needed
• Collaborate with production, project management, engineering, and quality assurance teams to ensure alignment on material requirements and production schedules
• Participate in cross-departmental meetings to address material-related issues and contribute to problem-solving efforts
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements within the materials planning function and implement best practices to improve efficiency
• Lead initiatives aimed at reducing lead times, improving inventory turnover, and optimising material flow
• Maintain accurate records of material transactions and generate reports for management on inventory status, planning metrics, and any issues encountered
• Prepare and present recommendations for inventory and materials management improvement

Skills

3+ years experience

Project-based manufacturing

Production planning

ERP/MRP systems

Excel skills

CPIM/CSCP desirable

Job description

Celeros Flow Technology is seeking a Materials Planner in the United Kingdom to manage material requirements and align them with production schedules, coordinating with engineering, procurement, and manufacturing teams.

You will analyze forecasts, monitor stock levels, and drive improvements in forecast accuracy, lead times, and inventory turnover within a complex manufacturing environment.