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Materials Planner - Manufacturing / Defence
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Role - Materials Planner
Location - Reading (hybrid working)
Type - Permanent position
Salary - £40,000-£50,000 (DOE) + benefits
Key responsibilities for the Materials Planner role and not limited to:
Use relevant ERP/MRP systems to plan and manage material requirements for production work orders, ensuring timely availability of materials in the correct quantities.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including production, procurement, and inventory management-to create and maintain accurate material forecasts and planning data.
Monitor inventory levels and analyse demand trends to identify risks of shortages or overstock, taking proactive steps to optimise stock levels.
Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely placement and delivery of material orders, tracking risks and issues that could impact production timelines.
Continuously review and enhance material planning processes, identifying opportunities for automation, standardisation, and improved data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems.
Produce and analyse reports related to material planning, including demand forecasts, inventory positions, and production schedules, in support of master planning, S&OP, and IBP processes.
Key skills and experience required for the Materials Planner role and not limited to:
Proven experience as a Materials/Production Planner, manufacturing background
Familiarity with inventory management systems.
Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
Proficient in using MS Excel / spreadsheet.
Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
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