https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-planner-michael-page--ee247402-79d9-4d62-86eb-e4fc0c0c288e RSS feed for Material Planner at Michael Page. en-gb Sat, 17 Oct 2026 21:08:12 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-planner-michael-page--ee247402-79d9-4d62-86eb-e4fc0c0c288e https://jobs.co.uk/job/material-planner-michael-page--ee247402-79d9-4d62-86eb-e4fc0c0c288e Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Peterborough | Salary: £150 - £200/day | Type: Temporary | Full time interim Material Planner position based in Peterborough. The role offers 3 days in the office. Client Details This position is with a company in manufacturing and are looking for an interim Material Planner based in Peterborough. Description Review daily material planning systems to ensure supply is aligned with customer demand. Create and release purchase orders for materials and finished goods. Monitor supplier order books and maintain accurate planning information. Expedite, defer, or reschedule purchase orders in line with changing business requirements. Work closely with Customer Order Management teams to provide accurate delivery and planning information. Participate in cross-functional end-to-end planning meetings. Build strong relationships with suppliers and plant teams to ensure accurate lead-time management. Analyse supply and demand requirements over a rolling 12-month planning horizon. Monitor inventory levels and forecast accuracy, identifying potential risks and shortages. Maintain and optimise planning parameters including reorder points, min/max inventory levels and safety stock settings. Support inventory optimisation initiatives and c... Temporary