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Materials Planner
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 26,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: B97, Crabbs Cross, Worcestershire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are looking for a Materials Planner to ensure a steady supply of materials in line with production schedules while maintaining optimal stock levels. The role requires a proactive approach to managing inventory, supplier relationships, and problem-solving to support seamless production operations.
Who We’re Looking For:
We welcome applications from Supply Chain graduates but also encourage candidates with 1+ years of relevant experience to apply.
Salary
* £24,500 - £26,000 – Graduate
* £28.000 - £30,000 - 1+ years’ experience
On offer:
* Quarterly attendance bonus
* Monday – Friday – 38 hours per week
* 23 days Annual leave raising to 25 after 2 years plus bank holidays.
* Free products
* Inhouse events and incentives
* Salary sacrifice pension scheme
* EAP programme
Material Planning & Inventory Management
* Plan and schedule material supply to align with production needs while maintaining minimum safety stock levels.
* Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions to avoid shortages.
* Oversee day-to-day order management, supplier scheduling, and delivery coordination.
* Identify and mitigate risks that may impact production.
* Take corrective actions in response to material shortages and escalate issues as necessary.
* Continuously seek and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
* Manage the scheduling of bought-in goods, including import documentation control.
* Ensure accurate and up-to-date inventory data using IT systems such as Sage, WMS, and supplier portals.
* Coordinate stock transfers from external warehouses and process purchase orders.
* Conduct desktop inventory checks for accuracy and minimize obsolete stock to reduce liability.
* Prepare regular statistical reports and analysis for business updates.
* Provide cover for Materials Planning duties during team absences.
Supplier & Internal Relationship Management
* Communicate planned delivery schedules and forecasts to suppliers to meet production demands.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure on-time, in-full deliveries.
* Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth operations.
If you’re looking for a dynamic opportunity to contribute to a well-structured supply chain process, we’d love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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