At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage suppliers and ensure timely delivery of materials for production.
- Company: Leading global manufacturer of agricultural machinery.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent position, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be a key player in ensuring smooth production processes and supply chain efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience in planning roles and strong analytical skills required.
Job location: Basildon
Salary: £41,900+ (£20.68ph)
Hours per week: 39
Duration: Permanent
Start date: End of August
Client Summary: A leading, well recognised global manufacturer of Agricultural machinery
Key Duties:
- Manage a dedicated portfolio of internal and external suppliers, taking ownership of a defined catalogue of material and part numbers.
- Liaise and manage our supply base ensuring good lines of communication are developed and maintained to provide continuity of supply.
- Monitor material requirements generated from customer tractor orders, ensuring all required parts are delivered to site in line with production schedules.
- Handle daily component shortages for MBU activities ensuring prompt delivery of scheduled material requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers on a daily basis to obtain delivery commitments and proactively follow up on outstanding orders.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure parts are prioritised and delivered on time.
- Communicate effectively with internal departments including Production, Quality, Warehouse and Manufacturing to resolve material-related queries.
- Investigate and escalate potential supply issues, working with suppliers and internal stakeholders to minimise disruption to production.
- Maintain accurate records and update planning information within the company's ERP/MRP system.
- Engage appropriate transport methods to meet delivery deadlines.
- Track supplier performance and provide regular updates on delivery status and any potential risks.
- Look continuously for opportunities to improve. Propose and implement solutions in order to guarantee deliveries on time, without extra transportation cost and reducing our inventory.
- Prepare analytical reports when required.
- Respond promptly to material shortages, missing parts or delivery concerns to support uninterrupted production.
- Occasionally visit the shop floor to investigate material issues, locate missing parts and work collaboratively with operational teams to resolve problems.
- Ensure all administrative tasks relating to material planning and supplier communication are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
Person Profile/Experience:
- Previous experience in a Materials Planner, Supply Planner, Production Planner or Inventory Planner role.
- Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Strong understanding of MRP/ERP planning systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships internally and externally.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.
- A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a continuous improvement mindset.
Qualifications:
- Driving Licence
Materials Planner in Basildon employer: Shorterm Group
As a leading Rail Manufacturing company in Derbyshire, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that encourages innovation and collaboration. Our Graduate Engineer programme offers a structured pathway with diverse placements, ensuring ample opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience across various engineering disciplines. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive environment, we provide a rewarding career journey for aspiring engineers looking to make a meaningful impact in the rail industry.
We think you need these skills to ace Materials Planner in Basildon
Materials Planning
Supplier Management
Communication Skills
ERP/MRP Systems
Analytical Skills
Problem-Solving Skills
Organisational Skills
