Inventory Planner

Inventory Planner

Initial 12 month contract - potential to extend

Hybrid working - 3 days onsite in Lincoln/2 days WFH

Hourly rate of £20.50 PAYE

Are you an analytical, proactive Supply Chain professional looking to make a real impact on inventory performance? We're seeking an Inventory Planner to take ownership of service inventory across multiple business areas, ensuring availability, efficiency, and strategic stock control.

About the Role

In this role, you will manage inventory for service operations-including Spares, LTPs, Mods & Ups, Overhauls, and Machining-while driving improvements, reducing obsolescence, and enhancing supply chain effectiveness. You'll collaborate closely with teams across Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Commercial functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast & Inventory Planning:
• Validate long-term demand forecasts and translate them into 5-year inventory objectives.
• Material & Change Management:
• Manage new and modified part requirements; ensure visibility of material changes and reduction activities.
• Slow-Moving & Obsolete Stock:
• Lead proactive strategies to minimise risk exposure and reduce slow-moving inventory.
• Aged WIP Oversight:
• Work cross-functionally to resolve aged WIP issues and maintain operational flow.
• Repair & Spare Parts Management:
• Oversee repair parts inventory, excess stock, and new part introduction.
• Obsolescence Management:
• Lead initiatives to predict, challenge, and manage potential obsolescence.
• Process & System Improvements:
• Develop SAP/database enhancements to streamline reporting and inventory performance.
• Reporting & Analytics:
• Produce high-level inventory reports for senior management, tracking KPIs and improvements.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of Supply Chain processes and commercial operations.
• Technical understanding of engineering and service environments.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.
• Solid experience working with advanced Excel essential and SAP (Materials Management, PM modules) beneficial
• Experience in logistics/supply chain roles.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence decision-making.

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