Materials Planner

3 months ago


Sheffield, United Kingdom TREK GROUP LIMITED Full time

**Job Title: Materials Planner**

**Company Overview**:
Equi-Trek Limited is a renowned manufacturer of premium horseboxes and trailers, specializing in designing and producing high-quality equestrian transport solutions. Our company is committed to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction, with a strong reputation for craftsmanship and reliability in the industry.

**Position Overview**:
We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented **Materials Planner** to join our supply chain management team at Equi-Trek Limited. The Materials Planner will play a key role in optimising inventory levels, ensuring timely procurement of materials, and supporting our production operations to meet customer demand efficiently.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and execute material requirements planning (MRP) to maintain optimal inventory levels while minimising excess and obsolete materials.
- Analyse demand forecasts, sales trends, and production schedules to generate accurate material procurement plans.
- Collaborate closely with suppliers to negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times, and to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
- Coordinate with internal teams including production, purchasing, and sales to prioritise and expedite material orders as needed.
- Monitor inventory levels and implement inventory control strategies to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
- Evaluate supplier performance and maintain strong relationships to support continuous improvement and cost savings initiatives.
- Generate reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) related to materials planning and inventory management.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to support new product launches, engineering changes, and process improvements.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field is highly desirable.
- Proven experience of 3-4 years in materials planning, inventory management, or procurement within a manufacturing environment would put you at a distinct advantage.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in using ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
- Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks in a dynamic environment.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and experience with demand planning and forecasting techniques is preferred.

**In return, we can offer**:

- Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum depending on experience
- Competitive holiday allowance + 8 Bank Holidays
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development within a respected industry leader.
- Pension Scheme
- Free on-site parking

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

Pay: £25,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- On-site parking

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- SHEFFIELD: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- What rights to work in the UK do you hold - your CV will not be processed without this information.

**Experience**:

- Relevant: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person


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