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Material Planner

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Uttoxeter

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GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

7 days ago

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An exciting opportunity awaits a materials planner at a global manufacturing firm. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with key stakeholders to ensure timely supply of materials, supporting production schedules and continuous improvement initiatives. You will manage supplier relationships, resolve concerns, and maintain data accuracy while working in a fast-paced team environment. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact within the organization and contribute to its success. If you are passionate about material planning and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Experience in material planning is essential for this role.
Familiarity with SAP or ERP systems is desirable.

Schedule components to meet production requirements while minimizing stock levels.
Manage risks and resolve supplier concerns to maintain production flow.

Material Planning

Risk Management

Data Accuracy

Supplier Relationship Management

SAP

ERP Systems

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a materials planner for a global manufacturing company.

3 month temp role on a rolling contract.

You will be working in a fast-paced team environment in an engaging role with a difference, liaising closely with key stakeholders of the business to ensure that the supply of materials meets the production schedule.

Responsibilities:

Schedule components to meet production requirements whilst maintaining minimal safety stock levels.
Manage risks to minimise impact on production schedule.
Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement.
Ensure that data is accurate.
Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands.
Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time.
Support supplier meetings.
Resolve supplier concerns and evaluate supplier performance.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience of material planning is essential.

SAP/ERP experience is desirable.

This role is based on site 5 days a week.

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