Material Planner

Are you a proactive supply chain professional looking to make an immediate impact? We are partnering with a large manufacturer to find a highly skilled Material Planner for a critical 6-month contract. If you excel at optimising inventory, aligning supply with demand, and thrive in a dynamic, cross-functional environment, this hybrid role in Peterborough offers a fantastic opportunity to showcase your expertise with an industry leader.

Role Overview

• Location: Peterborough, PE2

• Working Pattern: Hybrid, requiring an average of 3 days a week

• Duration: 6-month

• Remuneration: £17.95 per hour

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Core Responsibilities

• Review materials planning panels daily to ensure supply aligns with demand

• Release new wholegoods purchase orders to ensure timely product availability

• Review supplier order boards and keep planning systems updated with relevant data

• Manage purchase order change requests and re-schedule them to secure better lead times

• Supply accurate information to customer order management teams to align planning dates

• Participate frequently in end-to-end pla...