Materials Coordinator

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£20.10 per hour

36.5 hours per week

Full-time, on-site

Are you an experienced Material Planning professional looking to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Material Planning Analyst to join a world-class manufacturing facility in Peterlee
, supporting global production operations through proactive supplier collaboration and effective material management.

The Role

As a Material Planning Analyst
, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials to meet production schedules. Working closely with suppliers, production teams, and operations, you’ll help maintain optimal inventory levels, resolve supply issues, and drive improvements in material availability and supply chain performance.

• Use MRP and supplier collaboration tools to plan and schedule material deliveries.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials to support production requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to coordinate shipping schedules and resolve any delivery issues.
• Monitor and track supplier performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Drive enhancements in point-of-use material availability and inventory accuracy.
• Communicate effectively across internal teams and external partners to maintain supply chain efficiency.

You’ll be someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and takes pride in delivering results that keep production running smoothly.

• Strong background in material planning and scheduling.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Familiar with MRP systems and planning concepts.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and computer-based planning tools.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• APICS or other Supply Chain qualifications.
• Degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain or Logistics Management.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.

You’ll be part of a highly skilled and supportive team working in a modern, technology-driven manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a globally recognised operation, gain valuable experience, and grow your career in supply chain and material planning.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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