We are looking for a Material planner who is passionate about data control for this growing manufacturing business in Newcastle - Under - Lyme. Working as part of a small team you will be looking after the full work flow from ordering raw products to ensuring there is the right allocation for daily production. This is a new role to the business created due to significant investment and growth. Operating in this new facility opened at the start of 2025, you will have access to the latest technology and staffing areas have been designed with the team in mind.

The role as a Material Planner;

• Plan and schedule material requirements based on production forecasts, sales orders, and inventory targets.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure materials are available when needed without overstocking.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve issues related to delays, shortages, or quality.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems related to purchase orders, lead times, material master data, and inventory records.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and warehouse teams to manage material flow and meet production schedules.
• Review and adjust safety stock levels, reorder points, and lot sizes based on usage patterns and demand fluctuations.
• Generate reports on material status, inventory health, and supplier performance.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives by identifying more efficient material sourcing or planning methods.
• Participate in regular meetings to update stakeholders on material availability and potential risks

Skills & Qualifications required in this Material planners role;

• Experience in material planning, supply chain, or procurement.
• Strong understanding of material planning concepts such as MRP, safety stock, and lead times.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with planning tools or software.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• CIPS certification would be desirable but not essential
• Experience in a manufacturing or production planning environment.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solution-focused mindset.

The benefits of this Material Planners role

• Basic Salary of £33,000 pa
• Monday - Thursday 7am - 4.30pm Friday 7am - 1pm
• Discretionary Company Sick Pay, following 6 months service.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• On-site parking.
• Health cash plan Scheme & Eye test vouchers
• Birthday Holiday: Your birthday off if it falls on a workday
• Cycle to work scheme: The Company operates a cycle to work scheme.

If you feel this accounts assistant opportunity would be right for you, please contact Emma Devereux at Maintech Recruitment on (phone number removed) for more information or click apply!

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