Materials Planning Expert

2 days ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Nitrous Group Limited Full time
Job Description

We are seeking an experienced MATERIALS PLANNING EXPERT to manage the end-to-end forecasting of demand as well as execution of the supply plan for designated programme categories, procurement and inventory management.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring optimal inventory levels, timely material availability and effective coordination between suppliers, purchasing and warehousing.

This role is responsible for the transactional management of the inbound supply from the point of purchase order to receipt into stock and ongoing maintenance and reporting for matters such as inventory obsolescence and stock shortages.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the regional and customer forecasts for designated product categories/subcategories
  • Review and action exception reports e.g. stock constraints, forecast errors
  • Work cross-functionally with account managers to validate the demand pipeline

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Run weekly Master Production Schedule for designated product categories/subcategories and create PO recommendations aligned to company inventory policy
  • Place approved POs with suppliers and manage the administration of designated POs to ensure timely shipment / receipt of stock and visibility of inbounds
  • Work with suppliers and freight forwarders to approve sea freight shipments optimising inbound freight costs
  • Work with logistics teams to coordinate inbound shipments and maintain excellent system visibility of inbound stock

Other Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead relevant S&OP meetings to ensure alignment with account and project teams
  • Support proceedings with KPI's input, inventory, constraint scenario planning
  • Lead the analysis of forecast changes and create/amend master planning rules within the LN ERP system
  • Be a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for forecasting, supply and inventory

About You:

  • 3 or more years working within supply chain
  • Experience working with ERP Systems – (Desirable but not essential Microsoft Dynamics)
  • Knowledge of RFQ's and tendering

PAYRATE: £45,000 - £60,000 per annum



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