Job Description
Immediately Available Role - Warwickshire Based
Supporting the day-to-day supply chain function, the Material Planner will play a key role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and components through the manufacturing process.
This role covers a broad range of activities including material planning, inventory management, supplier coordination, and production support. Working within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will help ensure material availability is maintained while minimising inventory risks and supporting on-time delivery of customer orders.
The Material Planner will be responsible for:
- Planning and managing material requirements in line with production schedules and customer demand.
- Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining appropriate stock holdings.
- Coordinating material deliveries with suppliers and subcontract manufacturing partners.
- Identifying and resolving material shortages to minimise production disruption.
- Managing inventory accuracy and supporting stock control activities.
- Supporting capacity planning and production scheduling activities.
- Analysing planning data and identifying opportunities to improve material flow and inventory performance.
- Working closely with procurement teams to ensure supplier performance supports operational requirements.
The Material Planner will have:
- Previous experience in a Material Planning, Production Planning, or Supply Chain role.
- A solid understanding of manufacturing environments and production processes.
- Experience using ERP or MRP systems.
- Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
If this role aligns with your experience, apply with your updated CV and a member of our team will be in touch with more details!
