Temp Materials Planner & Buyer – Immediate Start

ASC Connections; Redditch; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

ASC Connections Ltd is seeking a Materials Planner / Buyer for urgent sick cover in Worcestershire. This temporary role lasts 2–3 months with an immediate start, offering daily rate work to support smooth plant operations and material flow.

You will manage material planning, supplier relationships, stock control, and works orders using SAP, while contributing to continuous improvement and safe working practices.

Qualifications

• Strong IT skills with hands-on SAP experience.
• Understanding of MPS/MRP and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and issue material purchase orders to align with plant demand (MPS/MRP).
• Expedite orders and drive supplier quality and delivery performance.
• Oversee stock, returns, rework and scrap for non-conforming products.
• Create and manage works orders using SAP.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate across departments and cover team absences.

Skills

Stock management

Material planning

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

SAP

Job description

ASC Connections Ltd is seeking a Materials Planner / Buyer for urgent sick cover in Worcestershire. This temporary role lasts 2–3 months with an immediate start, offering daily rate work to support smooth plant operations and material flow.

You will manage material planning, supplier relationships, stock control, and works orders using SAP, while contributing to continuous improvement and safe working practices.