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We're seeking a passionate and dedicated Materials Planner, who will be responsible for overseeing the flow of materials in a fast-paced industrial/manufacturing environment, and ensuring the smooth operation of procurement and supply chain activities.
Client Details
A well-established and renowned organisation within the industrial/manufacturing industry, recognised for its forward-thinking approach and dedication to excellence. Despite being a large organisation, they maintain a close-knit community spirit and are committed to the ongoing professional development of their employees. With a solid order book to fulfil requirements across multiple industry clients orders they are now expanding the planning team headcount.Description
Job Description
- Overseeing the flow of materials within the organisation.
- Ensuring smooth operation of procurement and supply chain activities.
- Implementing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Coordinating with various departments to manage inventory levels.
- Forecasting supply and demand to prevent overstock and out-of-stock situations.
- Evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and maintaining relationships.
- Monitoring and reporting on supply chain performance to senior management.
Profile
A successful Materials Planner should have:
- Proven experience in materials planning and procurement within an industrial/manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication and stakeholder skills.
- Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers.
- The ability to forecast supply and demand and prevent overstock and out-of-stock situations.
- Exceptional analytic and problem-solving skills.
- Good reporting skills and ability analyse data
Job Offer
- A competitive salary 38,000 - 42,000
- Good Bonus potential
- Hybrid Working
- An inclusive and supportive company culture.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
