Temporary

Material Planner

Manpower UK

Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 4EY

£15.00 - £20.00 per hour

Posted: 12 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Closing date: 10 June 2026

Ref: BBBH438611

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About the Role

A Material Planner position is available in Gateshead with a global leader in paints and coatings. This temporary contract, lasting 6 to 10 months, offers a pay rate of £15.00 to £20.00 per hour. Working Monday to Friday from 8:30am, the role sits within an international manufacturing plant in Felling. The successful candidate will support the supply chain by coordinating material flow, managing inventory levels, and ensuring production schedules are met. Key skills include strong organisational abilities, proficiency in planning systems, and effective communication. This role demands a proactive approach to maintaining stock accuracy and liaising with suppliers to prevent shortages.

Do you want to be part of a global leader in paints and coatings£

Our clients headquartered in Amsterdam, operates in over 150 countries and employs around 35,000 people worldwide. They specialise in decorative paints and performance coatings, with iconic brands like Dulux, Sikkens, and International. Committed to sustainability and innovation through their Planet Possible strategy, they are shaping a greener future while protecting and beautifying surfaces across the globe.

Job Title: Material Planner

Location: Felling
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to PM

Pay: £15.00 to £20.00 per hour

Duration: 6 to 10 months

About the Role

We have a fantastic opportunity to join our highly flexible and skilled team at an international manufacturing plant in Felling. As a Material Planner you will support projects and process improvement initiatives to enhance performance and efficiency of the required planning activities.

You will be involved in planning all raw materials and packaging, ensuring that the production plan can be executed. Through close contact with procurement and suppliers you will ensure a solid supplier relationship and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for:

Validate Purchase Requisitions requirement

Open PO Book Management
Process Improvement initiatives for Bulk and Secondary pack and Specialities.
Master Data management of owned portfolio in SAP. Execute master data consistency andamp; compliance check.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional teams in execution of supply phase in/phase out

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