Materials Planner – Manufacturing & Planning (5-Month Contract)

Tandem Personnel; England; On-site; GBP 145,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Tandem Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Materials Coordinator to join their busy Planning team on a fixed term contract of 5 months. This role focuses on ensuring the smooth and timely flow of materials and spare parts to support production and customer requirements.

Key responsibilities include releasing work orders, monitoring inventory, and coordinating stock transfers, Kanban, and records.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, materials, supply chain or planning environment.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain operations.
• Strong IT skills and experience using stock/order management systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify issues and take a proactive approach to resolving them.
• Ability to work accurately and effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Releasing internal work orders accurately and on time.
• Monitoring inventory levels and identifying potential shortages.
• Taking proactive action to minimise delays to production.
• Tracking outstanding orders and liaising with internal teams to ensure requirements are met.
• Coordinating stock transfers between sites.
• Releasing daily Kanban orders to maintain a consistent flow of materials to production.
• Managing Kanban trolley rotation and ensuring timely replenishment.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with agreed processes.
• Supporting the wider Planning team with other operational activities as required.

Skills

Manufacturing

Materials

Supply chain

Planning

IT skills

Analytical

Communication

Proactive

Tools

Stock/Order management systems

Job description

Tandem Personnel are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Materials Coordinator to join their busy Planning team on a fixed term contract of 5 months. This role focuses on ensuring the smooth and timely flow of materials and spare parts to support production and customer requirements.

Key responsibilities include releasing work orders, monitoring inventory, and coordinating stock transfers, Kanban, and records.