Materials Planner

Materials Planner
Desford (LE9)
Initial 12 month contract - rolling contract/likely to extend for the right person!
37.5 hours a week with a lunchtime finish on a Friday
08:00 - 16:30 Mon to Thurs, 08:00 - 13:30 on a Friday - some flexibility around start and finish times (you can discuss with the hiring manager)
Up to £18.35 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £25.15 - depending on experience
Do you have supply chain experience within a Manufacturing Company? Are you used to liaising with Suppliers, or being a Supplier? Are you hoping to find an exciting new challenge, in a fast-moving environment, within a globally renowned Fortune 100 company?
We’re looking for a Materials Planner to join our client’s busy global Supply Chain Team in Desford. This is an initial 12 month contract which is likely to rolling and ongoing for the right person! If you’ve a strong eye for detail, and are an excellent communicator who is keen to learn, this could be the opportunity you’re looking for…
What will the Materials Planner do?
* Coordinate required materials and parts with global suppliers
* Liaise with suppliers to ensure their schedules meet the facilities requirements
* Ensure deliveries take place as planned
* Check forecast accuracy and update plans/schedules as required
What skills and experience will the Materials Planner need?
Essential:
* Previous supply chain experience within a Manufacturing Company. Tracking deep sea shipments / Freight Forwarding / Customs or Imports experience would be advantageous
* Previous experience working with suppliers; able to speak with suppliers + build relationships quickly
* Competent PC user, Excel is key! You must be able to create pivot tables & use v/xlookups for analysis
* Must be comfortable with using MRPs and learning different programs
* Excellent attention to detail and an analytical thought process - analysis of data is key
* Excellent communicator – you will need to build rapport & relationships with suppliers and colleagues
* A fast learner who enjoys new challenges and is keen to develop and progress!
* A team player who is also self-motivated, with the ability to solve problems independently and put measures in place to stop them from reoccurring
Desirable:
* Knowledge and/or experience in material control, purchasing, parts distribution, inventory control, manufacturing engineering, operations and transportation or logistics
To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.
The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates