We are looking for a talented Wholegoods Material Planner to join our DBU Wholegoods Planning Teamin Peterborough, United Kingdom.
This is a permanent hybrid position, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
How You Will Make an Impact:
- Develop and maintain supply plans that align wholegoods availability with customer demand while supporting operational efficiency and delivery performance.
- Utilize materials planning systems to monitor supply and demand signals, resolve exceptions, and drive long-term corrective actions through root cause analysis.
- Create and maintain accurate master supply schedules that balance customer requirements with manufacturing, procurement, and replenishment capabilities.
- Lead part change management activities, including engineering changes, obsolescence, supersessions, and new part introductions while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Collaborate with suppliers, sourcing teams, and supply chain partners to address material constraints, reduce lead times, and improve supply continuity.
- Monitor and analyze supply chain KPIs, identifying gaps, driving improvements, and balancing performance trade-offs to meet business objectives.
- Support Plan for Every Part (PFEP) initiatives by maintaining accurate planning parameters and optimizing material flow across the end-to-end supply chain.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve inventory management, support supplier performance initiatives, and ensure timely communication of recovery plans and material risks.
Responsibilities
What You Need to Be Successful:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complex supply chain data and make informed planning decisions.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills to build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize competing demands, adapt to changing business conditions, and consistently deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of materials planning, inventory management, supply scheduling, and continuous improvement principles to optimize supply chain performance.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma, secondary education certificate, or equivalent experience required; a degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field is preferred.
- Significant experience in materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control, manufacturing, or a related supply chain discipline.
- Experience utilizing ERP and materials planning systems to manage supply and demand, analyze exceptions, and support business decision-making.
- Demonstrated knowledge of master scheduling, inventory optimization, part change management, and supplier collaboration processes.
- Understanding of export controls, compliance requirements, and applicable supply chain regulations is beneficial.
Wholegoods Material Planner in Peterborough employer: Cummins
Cummins is an excellent employer for aspiring Sales and Marketing professionals, offering a supportive apprenticeship programme in Darlington, UK. With a focus on employee growth, you will gain invaluable skills and experience within a major global organisation, while enjoying a collaborative work culture that champions continuous improvement and customer engagement. The opportunity to study at Darlington College alongside hands-on experience ensures a well-rounded foundation for your future career.
