Full job description

Full time interim Material Planner position based in Peterborough. The role offers 3 days in the office.

Client Details

This position is with a company in manufacturing and are looking for an interim Material Planner based in Peterborough.

Description

• Review daily material planning systems to ensure supply is aligned with customer demand.
• Create and release purchase orders for materials and finished goods.
• Monitor supplier order books and maintain accurate planning information.
• Expedite, defer, or reschedule purchase orders in line with changing business requirements.
• Work closely with Customer Order Management teams to provide accurate delivery and planning information.
• Participate in cross-functional end-to-end planning meetings.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and plant teams to ensure accurate lead-time management.
• Analyse supply and demand requirements over a rolling 12-month planning horizon.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast accuracy, identifying potential risks and shortages.
• Maintain and optimise planning parameters including reorder points, min/max inventory levels and safety stock settings.
• Support inventory optimisation initiatives and continuous improvement
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