Materials & Planning Manager

Are you an experienced Supply Chain or S&OP professional with a background in FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing?

We're recruiting for a Planning & Materials Manager to join a successful manufacturing business, leading the Planning and Materials teams to deliver an effective S&OP process, optimise inventory and ensure excellent customer service.

The Role

• Lead and develop the Planning and Materials teams.
• Drive the S&OP process, balancing demand, capacity and material availability.
• Deliver robust production plans and improve supply chain performance.
• Manage supplier performance and material flow.
• Improve KPIs including OTIF, inventory, stock turns and waste reduction.
• Work closely with Operations, Procurement and Commercial teams to drive continuous improvement.

The successful Materials & Planning Manager

• Proven S&OP, Supply Chain Planning or Materials Planning experience within FMCG or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Experience using ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.
• Excellent analytical skills and advanced Excel knowledge.
• A continuous improvement mindset with Lean manufacturing experience.

What's on Offer

• Salary to £55,000
• Excellent pension and private healthcare.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Genuine career development within a ...