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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

Core hours 08:00 to 15:00, with flexible shift options available (e.g., 07:00-15:00 or 08:00-16:00)

We are seeking an analytical and proactive Material Planner to join our supply chain team in Desford

In this role, you will play a critical part in maintaining material availability, supporting continuous supply chain flow, and delivering exceptional service across multiple manufacturing facilities

This position offers broad operational visibility and cross-functional exposure, making it an ideal opportunity for a problem‑solver who thrives in a dynamic environment

Key Responsibilities

• Supply & Inventory Management: Establish priorities for material needs, manage backorders, expedite/de‑expedite orders, and determine alternative supply routes during constraints
• Customer & Stakeholder Support: Serve as a key point of contact for customer inquiries, build strong global relationships, and resolve supply issues with pace and professionalism
• Risk Mitigation & Continuous Improvement: Identify potential production risks, conduct root cause and corrective action analyses, and apply a continuous improvement mindset to optimize operations
• Cost Efficiency: Help minimize premium freight costs and maintain efficient material flow while maintaining high service levels
• Data & Project Support: Use internal software tools and spreadsheets to track, analyze, and report on inventory, supply risks, and operational performance

Requirements & Skills

• Experience: Background in supply chain, logistics, manufacturing, FMCG, or a related analytical field
• Technical Skills: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, lookups) and comfort navigating supply chain software systems
• Experience with Power BI, Power Apps, or SQL is a plus
• Core Competencies: Analytical problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Communication & Personal Attributes: Strong interpersonal skills, a proactive attitude, a sense of urgency, and the ability to articulate solutions clearly
• Flexibility: Fully onsite position. Must be open to occasional local travel (up to 10%) if required. PPE will be provided where necessary
• Up to £100,000 dependant upon experience, plus bonus, car / car allowance, 33 days holiday, pension, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits scheme

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.