Materials Planning Controller

Belcan; Warwick; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan in Warwick seeks a Material Resource Planning Controller to join a hybrid, 12-month contract inside IR35. The role focuses on material availability, planning, supplier performance, and production scheduling across engineering, manufacturing, and logistics environments.

You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure on-time delivery, accurate ERP data, and optimized stock levels, while driving improvements in planning processes and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, logistics or production planning environments.
• Strong understanding of production planning and material control processes.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to demand fluctuations and analyze supply chain implications.
• Maintain accurate planning data and material control information in ERP systems.
• Manage inventory levels to ensure stock availability.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and schedules in SAP or similar systems.
• Resolve planning and delivery issues using established processes and reporting tools.
• Act as the primary operational contact for suppliers and drive improvements in planning and delivery.
• Lead supplier performance reviews to achieve quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Coordinate recovery plans when material shortages or delivery risks occur.
• Assess supplier capacity and workload constraints impacting operations.
• Support new product introductions through supply chain processes.

Skills

Material planning

Supply chain

Demand analysis

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Material Resource Planning Controller

An exciting contract opportunity has arisen for a Material Resource Planning Controller within the engineering and manufacturing industry. Based in Warwick, this role is ideal for a supply chain professional with experience in material planning, purchasing, logistics, or manufacturing environments.

Role Overview

The Material Resource Planning Controller will play a critical role in ensuring material availability, maintaining supply chain plans, managing supplier performance, and supporting production schedules. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, you will help ensure operational and customer commitments are achieved.

Contract Details

• Position: Material Resource Planning Controller
• Engagement Type: Full time, 12 month Contract Role inside IR35
• Location: Warwick
• Working arrangements: hybrid & flexible working

Responsibilities

• Respond to demand fluctuations and provide clear analysis on supply chain implications and delivery commitments.
• Maintain accurate planning data and material control information within ERP systems.
• Manage inventory levels across the supply chain to ensure stock is available when required.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and maintain accurate schedules within SAP or equivalent ERP systems.
• Resolve planning and delivery issues through established processes, systems, and reporting tools.
• Act as the primary operational contact for suppliers, driving improvements in planning, inventory control, lead times, and delivery performance.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and ensure quality, cost, and delivery objectives are achieved.
• Coordinate recovery plans and escalation activities where material shortages or delivery risks occur.
• Assess supplier capacity and workload constraints that may impact operational performance.
• Support new product or component introductions through established supply chain processes.

Requirements

• Previous experience within engineering, manufacturing, purchasing, logistics, supply chain, or production planning environments.
• Strong understanding of production planning and material control processes.
• Knowledge of inventory management, quality systems, and supply chain operations.
• Experience using SAP or a similar ERP platform.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive and results-driven approach.
• Ability to build effective supplier relationships and influence positive outcomes.
• Self-motivated with a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.