Parts Inventory Planner in Kent

Location: Crawley

Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days working from home, 3 days onsite)

Contract Duration: Expected to run until June 2027

Inside IR35

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for a Parts Inventory Planner to support inventory management and parts availability within a manufacturing environment. The role is responsible for maintaining optimum stock levels and ensuring the timely availability of parts to minimise operational disruption. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, the successful candidate will support forecasting activities, inventory analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain inventory planning strategies to ensure appropriate stock levels and parts availability.
• Work with Service, Technical Support and Sales teams to understand requirements and support demand forecasting.
• Monitor inventory levels and consumption trends, identifying shortages or excess stock and implementing corrective actions where required.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of parts and escalate quality or lead-time issues to the relevant functions.
• Review and maintain inventory parameters, including safety stock levels, order quantities and lead times.
• Produce reports and provide updates on inventory performance, trends and areas for improvement.
• Support effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to a collaborative working environment and support continuous improvement activities.
• Undertake regional or international travel when required to meet business needs.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in inventory planning, order processing, logistics or supply chain operations.
• Understanding of planning techniques, spare parts processes and SAP/Baan systems.
• Knowledge of import and export compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, Power Query, SQL and SAP.
• Strong analytical, reporting and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
• Good time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive approach and commitment to delivering high standards of customer service.

Desirable

• Knowledge of commercial logistics and spare parts inventory and demand management.
• Experience working within an international organisation.
• Awareness of cultural differences and experience working with global teams.

Additional Information

Hybrid working arrangement with two days working from home each week. Contract opportunity expected to continue until June 2027. Occasional regional or international travel may be required.