Material Planner

at  Handicare

As a business, we offer solutions to increase the mobility of elderly and physically challenged people, to enable them to live an independent and active life.
We design and manufacture our own range of straight and curved stairlifts as well as partnering with key suppliers to offer a broad product range to meet customer needs. We operate in more than 40 countries and we’re growing all the time.
We are a passionate and friendly team of people who care deeply about Making Everyday Life Easier for our customers.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Substantial experience within a similar role
• Demonstrable success in sustaining change / business improvement.
• Good commercial awareness
• Understanding of manufacturing, a variety of materials and production processes
• Good knowledge of assembly environments
• Oversees sourcing experience
• Success in cost-down initiatives
• Good documentation control & system procedures

KEY SKILLS/ ABILITIES:

• MRP systems experience
• Strong Excel skills
• Effective communicator at all levels
• Professional attitude & approach to all work-related tasks

• £30,000 per annum prorated
• Annual bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) prorated
• Working days to suit
• Company contributory pension and 3x Life Assurance cover
• Flexible benefits platform with access to health care, gym membership and many high street discounts
• Employee Assistance programme available to colleagues and their families, to support wellbeing
• Fully funded training and development
• Generous product discount