Strategic Raw Materials Planner

ForFarmers; Shepshed; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

ForFarmers is seeking a Planner to ensure efficient supply of raw materials across our manufacturing operations. You will coordinate planning, purchasing and movement of inputs, while maintaining contract accuracy, cost control and supplier relationships.

You will work with the Procurement Team Leader and internal stakeholders to respond to changing requirements and resolve supply issues, contributing to continuous improvement within Raw Material Logistics.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and adapt to changing demands.
• Good communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity of supply and manage raw material planning with suppliers and mills.
• Coordinate purchasing and movement of raw materials to meet demand and costs.
• Administer contracts, monitor delivery schedules and resolve issues.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers, hauliers and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement in logistics, storage and procurement.

Skills

Organisational skills

Planning skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

IT literacy

Independent work

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office"

Job description

ForFarmers is seeking a Planner to ensure efficient supply of raw materials across our manufacturing operations. You will coordinate planning, purchasing and movement of inputs, while maintaining contract accuracy, cost control and supplier relationships.

You will work with the Procurement Team Leader and internal stakeholders to respond to changing requirements and resolve supply issues, contributing to continuous improvement within Raw Material Logistics.