Material Planner

2 months ago


Loughborough, United Kingdom 2fawcett Recruitment Full time

**Role**: Materials Planner
**Salary**: £28,000 - £30,000
**Location**: Loughborough
**Type**: Permanent

**Overview**
2fawcett are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced **Material Planner** to join our client’s team and drive operational excellence across their supply chain functions.

**Responsibilities of the Materials Planner**
- Utilise the MRP system to analyse and determine material requirements based on production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory levels. Generate purchase requisitions or production orders to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, components, and finished goods. Implement strategies to optimise inventory turnover, minimise stockouts, and reduce excess inventory. Conduct regular audits to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Collaborate with procurement teams to manage relationships with suppliers. Communicate material requirements, lead times, and quality specifications. Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and initiate corrective actions when necessary.
- Identify opportunities to optimise supply chain processes, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency. Implement best practices, lean methodologies, and process improvements to enhance overall supply chain performance.
- Generate reports and provide regular updates on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as inventory levels, material availability, on-time delivery, and supplier performance. Analyse data trends, identify root causes of issues, and propose actionable recommendations.

**Requirements of the Materials Planner**
- Proven experience as a **Materials Planner** or in a similar supply chain planning role.
- Strong knowledge of MRP systems and inventory management concepts.
- Proficiency in using ERP software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

**What you get in return**

Excellent salary

Flexible working

25 days holiday + Stats

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Gym membership

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ABMP008


  • Material Planner

    2 months ago


    Loughborough, United Kingdom Blusource Full time

    **Materials Planner - 12 month contract - Loughborough - £22,000 - £28,000** Blusource are working on a unique opportunity to support one of the midlands most innovative manufacturing businesses. We are looking for a Materials Planner to join the business on an initial 12 month maternity cover, but with the business going through asustained period of...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Optima UK Inc Ltd Full time

    Job Role: Material Scheduler/Planner Location: Loughborough (LE14) **Salary**: Negotiable (Dependant on experience) Working hours: Mon - Thus (8:00am - 5pm), Fri (8:00am - 14:00pm) **Job Type**: Full Time / Permanent The Role A role has become available for a Material Scheduler/Planner at a well-established manufacturing business based in Loughborough...

  • Transport Planner

    4 weeks ago


    Loughborough, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

    Job Introduction Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next contract role? The read on as we may just have the role for you. Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy...

  • Transport Planner

    2 months ago


    Loughborough, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next contract role? The read on as we may just have the role for you. Tarmac is the UKs leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a...

  • Materials Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Permanent Futures Full time €39,000

    Loughborough SAR-SC/MM Posted on March 16, 2023 Expires on May 1, 2023 About the role Tuesday to Saturday | 8:30am – 5:00pm Futures have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Materials Manager on behalf of a leading, global, billion £ FMCG business who are well-known in the market for its market-leading products that we all use day to day!...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

    **Job Introduction**: Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long-term future. We are currently looking for a...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Harlow Bros Ltd Full time

    Position: Assistant Transport Planner Location: Harlow Bros Ltd, Long Whatton LE12 5DE **Salary**: Competitive Salary Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours of Work: 8am to 5.15pm Monday to Thursday, 8am to 5pm Friday Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Transport Planner to join our team in Harlow Bros Ltd, Long...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    ENGINEERING PROJECT PLANNER Permanent, 37.5 hrs p/wk (Mon-Fri) Salary upto £40,p/a + Hybrid (after probation) + career development opportunities As an Engineering Project Planner, your role is pivotal in the initial stages of a project, focusing on the meticulous planning and organization necessary for its success. # Project Scope Definition: ...


  • Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Adecco Full time

    ENGINEERING PROJECT PLANNER Permanent, 37.5 hrs p/wk (Mon-Fri)Leicester (LE4)Salary upto £40,p/a + Hybrid (after probation) + career development opportunities As an Engineering Project Planner, your role is pivotal in the initial stages of a project, focusing on the meticulous planning and organization necessary for its success. Project Scope...

  • Transport Planner

    3 weeks ago


    Loughborough, East Midlands, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    Are you an experienced Transport Planner looking for your next contract role? The read on as we may just have the role for you. Tarmac is the UKs leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a...

  • Production Planner

    1 week ago


    Loughborough, United Kingdom Optima UK Inc Ltd Full time

    Production Planner Purpose of Role Reporting to the Operations Manager the role is responsible for the creation and execution of the Production Plan to fulfil customer demand (on-time and in-full). **Key Responsibilities** Check and run capacity plan Plan and schedule all manufacturing orders on daily basis to meet on time customer delivery promised...

  • Senior Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Loughborough, Leicestershire, United Kingdom Permanent Futures Full time €39,000

    Tuesday to Saturday | 8:30am – 5:00pm Futures have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Materials Manager on behalf of a leading, global, billion £ FMCG business who are well-known in the market for its market-leading products that we all use day to day! The company will invest in the development of this role, equipping you with the key skills...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom BRUSH Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete design & documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers. To deliver support to the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery of Transformers and Engineering Department Objectives. To develop effective working relationship with customers by representing the engineering...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom BRUSH Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete design & documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers. To deliver support to the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery of Transformers and Engineering Department Objectives. To develop effective working relationship with customers by representing the engineering...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Best West Bridgford Home Care Ltd Full time

    **Job Purpose** This role will report into the GM / Director and work both a alongside the client and Careiver teams. The idea to not be involved in the day to day of either client or Caregiver, but oversee the systems, processes, compliance within the businesses - working on projects across both sides to ensure we maintain our EXCEPTIONAL...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom BRUSH Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers. Oversee team activities, be a business point of contact, represent the team and stand in for the Mechanical Design Manager when required. To deliver support to the activities of the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom BRUSH Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers. Oversee team activities, be a business point of contact, represent the team and stand in for the Mechanical Design Manager when required. To deliver support to the activities of the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Brush Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete design & documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers.To deliver support to the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery of Transformers and Engineering Department Objectives.To develop effective working relationship with customers by representing the engineering team...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Brush Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers.Oversee team activities, be a business point of contact, represent the team and stand in for the Mechanical Design Manager when required.To deliver support to the activities of the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery of...


  • Loughborough, United Kingdom Brush Group Full time

    To design, prepare & complete documentation packages including drawings in 3D CAD & PDM for Power Transformers.Oversee team activities, be a business point of contact, represent the team and stand in for the Mechanical Design Manager when required.To deliver support to the activities of the Transformer Engineering Department, to meet forecasted delivery of...