Material Planning Manager

2 months ago


Desford, United Kingdom Caterpillar Full time

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

If you want to be part of a great, international division– join our Desford facility as a Material Planning Manager and lead a team of highly motivated professionals.

As a Material Planning Manager, you would manage agreed-upon inventory levels to provide raw materials and components flow from the supply chain to the manufacturing facility.

What Will You Do:

Managing the environment of the inventory stock room is in line with requirements for each product

Building a team – staffing, development, and performance management of materials management workers, ensuring a motivational professional atmosphere

Building collaborative relationships both with internal partners and external stakeholders

Managing a global supply base

Defining and maintaining optimal inventory levels

Performing inventory analysis and making recommendations for stock levels

Coordinating maintenance and support of inventory management software.

What You Will Have:

Degree of higher education or equivalent experience in related fields

Excellent leadership skills and experience

Ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and customers in a constructive and collaborative manner

Ability to transform numerical data into business insight

Great communication skills

High adaptability to changing situations and a solution-oriented approach

Top Candidates Will Have:

Experience in the automotive or manufacturing industry

SAP working knowledge

What We Offer:

Permanent Contract

Salary: £52,500 to 65,500 annually

Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, 12% bonus, Flexible Buy in Benefits such as Private Medical, Healthcare, Vision & Dental schemes, Green Car Scheme and more, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched), Contributory Pension Scheme (Contribution double by Company up to 10%), Free Car Parking, Caterpillar Advantage website

What’s in it for you?

We are open to your ideas and respect your unique experience as we always put our people first

Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, Commitment and Sustainability – living by our values in action we aim to serve our communities and build a better world together. Our Worldwide , first published in 1974, defines what we stand for and believe in, documenting the uncompromisingly high ethical standards our company has upheld since its founding.

You can be part of an international organization that is aware that our teams are critical to the success of our customers. Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career.

We know that life can be unpredictable sometimes, so we offer flexibility and hybrid working environments for our teammates. Caterpillar is proud to be named one of and by Forbes.

Being a part of Caterpillar’s employee resource groups (ERGs) that have engaged and connected communities inside and outside of the company across the globe. These groups provide opportunities for personal and professional development, and they help drive innovation. (For example, Women’s Initiative Network, Caterpillar Lambda Network, Experienced Professionals of Caterpillar, Young Professionals of Caterpillar and Military Support Network.)

Learning is a life-long process therefore we offer continuous development opportunities with access to numerous pieces of training, including technical skills, and soft skills.

The Power of Everyone

At Caterpillar, we believe each person is unique and valued, and are committed to ensuring that our workplace is diverse and representative of the many customers we serve around the globe. Different perspectives help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high-performing Caterpillar team that makes positive changes in the communities where we live and work.

Posting Dates:

July 18, 2024 - August 4, 2024

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).



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