Materials Planner

Materials Planner | Poole | £30,000 A global market-leading manufacturing company is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Materials Planner to support production and service operations from its Poole site. This is a fast-paced, delivery-critical role responsible for executing the day-to-day supply chain plan, ensuring material availability, and maintaining system accuracy across MRP and ERP processes. Working closely with Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Operations teams, the Materials Planner will play a key role in keeping manufacturing running smoothly and on schedule. This position is ideal for a proactive supply chain or planning professional who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with data, and is confident managing suppliers and priorities under pressure. You'll benefit from: • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Company pension scheme • Early finish Fridays • Supportive team environment • Ongoing development opportunities Key responsibilities: • Run and manage MRP to generate accurate purchasing requirements • Convert demand signals into timely and accurate purchase orders • Actively manage supplier order books to meet required delivery dates • Expedite late or critical orders to protect production and service schedules • Maintain optimal stock levels across production parts, spares, and consumables • Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and system anomalies • Support stock accuracy and cycle count processes • Track purchase order status and manage call-off orders • Work closely with Warehouse, Production, and Service teams to prioritise demand • Provide clear visibility of shortages and recovery plans • Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, shortages, and returns • Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data including lead times, MOQs, and pricing • Produce reports on shortages, overdue orders, and supplier performance Experience required: • Experience in a purchasing, materials planning, or supply chain role • Background within a manufacturing or engineering environment • Experience managing stock, expediting orders, and coordinating suppliers • Confident working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Skills required: • Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems • High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills • Clear and confident communication skills • Proactive, resilient, and solution-focused approach • Strong IT skills, particularly with planning and reporting data • SAP Business One experience would be advantageous • CIPS Level 3 (or working towards) would be beneficial This role is ideal for an organised and driven Materials Planner looking to play a key role in maintaining supply chain performance and supporting production delivery within a growing manufacturing business. Please call Ellie at Rubicon for more information on (phone number removed)