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Materials Planner

Job Posted: 20 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 35,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wellingborough

Expire in: 7 days

Job Description

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Planning production/materials at Wellingborough HQ for a leading automotive manufacturer/distributor to UK & Europe. The company prides itself on fostering a supportive and professional environment, where continuous improvement and teamwork are at the heart of success. With a focus on employee development, excellent benefits, and a commitment to operational excellence, this is an ideal place to develop your career while making a tangible impact.

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The Materials Planner job itself where you will work within a dynamic team, focusing on delivering a customer-centric service. You will be responsible for ensuring the right materials arrive on time, supporting production schedules, and contributing to ongoing cost and inventory management improvements. The role involves analysing demand, managing supplier relationships, expediting orders, and working proactively to optimise inventory levels, all within a vibrant operational environment. 

Working/Office hours: Monday to Thursday days from 8:00 to 16:30, with 8:00 to 13:30 on Fridays.

PS A more detailed job description can be made available to shortlisted candidates before interview.

You will have

To be successful as materials planner you will have xtensive experience in a materials control or planning role, ideally within manufacturing or similar industries. Plus a healthy mix of the following:

Strong understanding of MRP systems and modern materials planning processes.
	
Good project management skills, with the ability to produce and adhere to timing plans.
	
Excellent analytical skills combined with organisation and attention to detail.
	
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of liaising effectively across all levels of the organisation and with external suppliers.
	
Ability to identify, resolve issues proactively, and think creatively to improve processes.
	
A results-oriented mindset, self-motivated, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
	
A recognised qualification e.g. HNC/HND/Degree in supply chain, logistics, or a related field is advantageous.

You will get

As a Materials Planner, you will enjoy a competitive salary of £32K plus a comprehensive benefits package, including:

25 days holiday per year, plus additional days around Christmas.
	
Participation in the Employee Assistance Program for support and wellbeing.

Plus after probation period:

Auto-enrolment into a company pension scheme, with salary sacrifice options.
	
Single healthcare cover through BUPA.
	
Life assurance for peace of mind.
	
Perkbox membership, offering discounts and wellbeing perks.
	
Non-contractual benefits such as Flexi Fridays, Cycle to Work scheme.

Day-to-day, you’ll work Monday to Thursday from 8:00 to 16:30, with 8:00 to 13:30 on Fridays, in a supportive and proactive team environment.

You can apply

to this Materials Planner job by clicking the button on this job posting, or by sending your CV in confidence to (url removed). We look forward to supporting you on your next career move.

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