Material Planner

Material Planner

Location: Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire
Salary: £17.81 per hour
Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract (12 Months)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Arrangement: Office-based for the first 3 months during training, followed by hybrid working but predominantly office based

We are seeking an experienced Materials Planner to join a well-established international business based in Ross-on-Wye. This is an excellent opportunity for a planning professional with strong inventory management and supply chain experience to play a key role in ensuring product availability while maintaining optimal stock levels and operational efficiency.

• Plan finished goods production and purchased merchandise to ensure supply continuity while minimising MRP-related costs.
• Manage inventory levels and maintain KPI targets relating to stock holding and Days Inventory Held (DIH).
• Monitor and optimise material availability to support business demand requirements.
• Undertake purchasing responsibilities for assigned product groups, including both national and strategic procurement activities where required.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to support forecasting, planning, and operational performance.
• Analyse planning data and produce reports to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify and resolve day-to-day planning and supply chain challenges in a proactive manner.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 5-10 years' experience within a materials planning, production planning, inventory management, or supply chain role.
• Strong knowledge of planning systems, ordering systems, and stock/inventory management processes.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, calculate reporting metrics, and solve operational issues.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.
• A collaborative and flexible approach, with a willingness to go the extra mile during busy periods and tight deadlines.
• Experience with in FMCG, manufacturing, construction, or a related industry would be highly advantageous.
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and planning software.

• Competitive hourly rate of £17.81 per hour
• Hybrid working following completion of the initial training period
• Opportunity to work with a respected international organisation
• Supportive team environment
• Valuable experience within a dynamic supply chain function