Raw Materials Planner

For over two decades, our client has built a reputation as a go-to ingredients partner for well-known names across the food industry, helping brands create dishes that genuinely stand out to today's consumers. We're looking for a detail-oriented Materials Planner to join this growing food manufacturing business, supporting both New Product Development and site-wide packaging purchasing. Key Responsibilities: -Materials planning across the site -Managing the purchasing of materials for the New Product Development team, ensuring the right supplier is found, at the right price, first time -Reporting on waste and leading waste meetings -Responsible for supplier scorecards - ensuring deliveries are made on time and in full, while monitoring supplier performance -Purchasing packaging for the site -Administration and maintenance of supplier contracts -Providing cover for the wider Planning Team as and when required Requirements: -A minimum of two years' experience in materials planning -Experience of working in the food industry would be beneficial -Strong Excel skills -Experience working with MRP systems (M3 would be preferred) -Confident in dealing with both internal and external stakeholders Benefits: -A competitive salary -A supportive management team with an open-door policy -Contributory pension -Access to an Employee Assistance Programme -Access to a discounts platform offering savings at many high street stores -Regular team lunches, Christmas hampers, and team-building events -Opportunities to develop through recognised training courses -Opportunities to progress, with a promote-from-within culture -Close to good transport links People are at the heart of how they operate - ideas are welcomed from every corner of the business, and a genuinely inclusive, respectful culture runs through how they treat both their teams and the customers they work with. It's a workplace that looks after its people, with regular staff recognition and food-focused events throughout the year. Hard work doesn't go unnoticed here, and colleagues are encouraged to grow alongside a business that takes real pride in the quality of what it produces. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative, values-driven business at the heart of the food industry. Apply now to find out more. As you know over here at Zest we like to do things properly and always want to keep you, the candidate in the loop. Applying to this 'one of a kind' role you give Zest permission to hold your information. If you want to know more about how Zest look after your personal information please visit our privacy policy on the website (url removed)