Supervisor, Materials Planning

TN United Kingdom; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Materials Planning Manager to lead a team and optimize supply chain processes. This role involves coaching team members, collaborating with suppliers, and utilizing ERP systems for effective materials planning. You will be responsible for generating forecasts, managing inventory, and contributing to strategic sourcing efforts. Join a mission-driven organization focused on making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer, and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in Procurement and Materials Planning.
• Experience with MRP/ERP and APS systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor a team of Materials Planners.
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage material delivery dates.
• Generate inventory projections and reporting.

Skills

Materials Planning

Procurement

Data Analysis

Analytical Skills

Supply Chain Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics

Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt

Tools

ERP Systems (Oracle, SAP, JDE)

Excel

Job description

Job Description:

• Manage, coach, and mentor a team of Materials Planners, fostering their continuous growth and development.
• Share proven strategies and serve as a knowledgeable resource in Materials Planning within the business unit.
• Use the MPS/MRP feature in the ERP system to facilitate materials planning and ordering.
• Handle key item settings in the ERP system to ensure accurate system functionality.
• Monitor and reconcile exception messages.
• Collaborate with suppliers to manage material delivery dates and optimize production plans.
• Recognize and report backorders or supplier performance issues to the Procurement Team.
• Provide accurate component forecasts and support strategic sourcing processes.
• Generate inventory projections and reporting for Raw Materials, WIP, and Finished Goods.
• Contribute to Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE) and Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) meetings.
• Coordinate closely with Operations and Manufacturing Planning to optimize schedule adherence.
• Collaborate with various departments to minimize schedule changes within the frozen window.
• Engage in continuous improvement activities.
• Support expansion and harmonization projects.
• Provide backup support for other team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Procurement, Materials Planning, or Supply Chain.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis using Excel.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing concepts, finite scheduling, product flow, and supply chain planning.
• Experience with MRP/ERP and APS systems (Oracle, ASCP, SAP, JDE, M2M, server-based systems).
• Preferred certifications: APICS CPIM, CSCP, ISM CPSM, Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher).

Join us at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. and be part of our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.