MP&L Assistant – Materials Planning & Logistics
Location: Bicester, Oxfordshire
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
The Opportunity
GMP Recruitment are proud to be recruiting on behalf of an established and growing business in Bicester, seeking a proactive and highly organised Materials Planning & Logistics (MP&L) Assistant to join their operations team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in materials control, logistics, supply chain administration or manufacturing operations to take the next step in their career.
Working within a fast-paced environment, you'll play a key role in ensuring materials, stock and logistical processes run smoothly, supporting production requirements and wider operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the day-to-day coordination of materials planning and logistics activities.
- Monitor stock levels, material availability and inventory accuracy.
- Support production teams by ensuring materials are available when required.
- Liaise with suppliers, internal departments and logistics partners to coordinate deliveries.
- Process purchase orders, delivery documentation and stock movements.
- Maintain accurate records using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Monitor incoming deliveries, identify potential shortages and **escalate** issues promptly.
- Support stocktaking, inventory reconciliation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assist with scheduling, goods-in processes and general supply chain administration.
- Work collaboratively with production, procurement and warehouse teams to maintain operational efficiency.
About You
We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working in a busy operational environment.
- Previous experience in logistics, materials planning, supply chain administration, stock control or a similar role.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused attitude.
- A reliable team player with a willingness to learn and develop.
- Experience working within manufacturing, engineering or automotive environments.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle or similar.
- Understanding of production planning, inventory management and material scheduling.
- Previous experience supporting procurement or supplier coordination.
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £28,000 – £32,000, dependent on experience.
- Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:00 – consistent daytime working hours.
- Immediate start available for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to join an established business with a collaborative team environment.
- Exposure to a broad range of materials planning, logistics and supply chain functions.
- Opportunities to develop your skills and progress within operations and supply chain management.
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MP&L Assistant in Bicester employer: GMP Worldwide
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