Onsite Material Planner - Data-Driven Supply Chain

Randstad CPE; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Car / car allowance

33 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits scheme

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an analytical Material Planner to join our UK-based supply chain team in Desford. The role focuses on material availability, continuous supply flow, and excellent service across facilities. Core hours are 08:00–15:00 with flexible shifts and on-site work, with potential local travel up to 10%.

The candidate will manage inventory, analyze risks, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize operations while supporting cost efficiency and data reporting.

Qualifications

• Background in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing or related analytical field.
• Strong Excel data analysis and lookups; comfort with BI tools.
• Experience with Power BI/Power Apps or SQL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements, backorders, expediting orders and alternate supply routes.
• Serve as main contact for customers, build global relationships, resolve issues quickly.
• Identify production risks, perform root-cause analyses and drive continuous improvement.
• Help minimize premium freight costs while maintaining high service levels.
• Use internal tools to track and report on inventory and supply performance.

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Power Apps

SQL

Analytical thinking

Tools

Supply chain software

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking an analytical Material Planner to join our UK-based supply chain team in Desford. The role focuses on material availability, continuous supply flow, and excellent service across facilities. Core hours are 08:00–15:00 with flexible shifts and on-site work, with potential local travel up to 10%.

The candidate will manage inventory, analyze risks, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize operations while supporting cost efficiency and data reporting.