Material Planner / Analyst

Our client is looking for a Material Planner / Analyst to support the MP&L Manager in ensuring material availability, production continuity, and customer schedule fulfilment. The role combines planning, forecasting, stock management, data analysis, and cross-functional communication to support business performance

Client Details

dynamic manufacturing business supplying customers within a demanding production environment. The company places a strong focus on planning accuracy, operational efficiency, customer service, and supply chain performance

Description

• Manage customer schedules and support daily customer communications.
• Ensure material availability to meet production and customer demand.
• Forecast demand using sales data and business intelligence.
• Work closely with production, logistics, warehouse, and subcontract suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels while reducing obsolete stock exposure.
• Produce reports, analyse data, and manipulate customer schedules using Excel.

Profile

• Previous experience in a Materials Planning, Production Planning, or Supply Chain role.
• Ideally experienced within automotive or a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential.

Job Offer

Opportunity to play a vital role within a growing manufacturing business.

Broad exposure across planning, logistics, production, and customer management.

Chance to develop analytical and supply chain expertise in a varied position.

Collaborative working environment with opportunities to influence operational performance.