Materials Planner - Glasgow - c£37,000

Overview: Are you a detail-oriented and analytical planner with a passion for ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time? Do you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where efficiency and precision are key? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Our client, an incredibly successful food manufacturer and part of a global group based in the Glasgow area, is looking for a Materials Planner to support their growing team.

About You:

* Experience in food manufacturing or a similar manufacturing environment.

* Proficient in Excel and familiar with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.

* Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

* Excellent organizational and time management abilities.

* An understanding of supply chain or materials planning principles is desirable.

What will you be doing?

* Manage material requirements planning (MRP) to ensure timely availability of raw materials and packaging.

* Maintain optimal inventory levels to support production needs while minimizing waste and holding costs.

* Collaborate with procurement and production teams to align materials availability with production schedules.

* Monitor supplier performance and resolve material supply issues to avoid production delays.

* Ensure accurate and timely data entry in the ERP system to support planning decisions.

* Participate in stock reviews, cycle counts, and contribute to continuous improvement of materials planning processes.

* Support the development of planning tools and reports to enhance supply chain visibility.

What can they offer you?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a forward thinking, proactive and innovative manufacturer who are going from strength to strength within the industry. They are continuously growing and adding more products to their repertoire. You will have great opportunities for professional development working in a collaborative team environment. They're looking to pay c£37,000 for the right candidate.

We are seeking applications from talented Production Planners, Materials Planners, Supply Planners, Production Controllers and Materials Controllers who live within Glasgow, Hamilton, Kilmarnock, Cambuslang, Motherwell and Larkhall regions.

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