Lead Material Planner

Lead Materials Planner London\\n\\nSalary: £40,000 – £42,000\\n Bonus: Up to 10% + private healthcare + extensive benefits package\\n Location: London (site-based with 1 day WFH flexibility)\\n Contract Type: Permanent\\n Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm\\n\\nAt The Collective Network, we're working on behalf of a major player in the UK's food manufacturing industry to recruit a Lead Materials Planner for one of their key London sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced and innovative operation that values drive, collaboration and long-term career growth.\\n\\nThe Role\\n\\nAs the Lead Materials Planner, you'll be the heartbeat of the materials planning function – leading a small team and ensuring seamless material flow to support complex manufacturing operations. This is a high-impact role within a multi-factory site that produces a wide range of chilled food products for major UK retailers.

\\nYou'll report directly into the Materials Planning Manager and play a key role in delivering the supply chain strategy, improving efficiency, and reducing waste while maintaining high operational standards.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nLead and develop a small team of materials schedulers\\n\\nManage the site MRP system and liaise with finance, commercial, and operations\\n\\nCreate and adjust materials plans based on stock levels, forecasts, and usage\\n\\nCollaborate with procurement, planning, warehousing, and technical teams\\n\\nMonitor supplier performance and service levels\\n\\nManage stock value and ensure it remains within target\\n\\nProvide accurate materials reporting and flag risks proactively\\n\\nEnsure consistent communication across planning and operations teams\\n\\nAbout You\\n\\nExperienced in supply chain/materials planning within a fast-paced manufacturing environment\\n\\nSkilled in leading small teams and driving performance\\n\\nProficient in Excel and capable of managing data with precision\\n\\nA confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills\\n\\nHighly organised, detail-oriented, and solution-focused\\n\\nWhat's On Offer\\n\\nThis organisation is committed to investing in its people and offers a highly competitive reward and benefits package, including:\\n\\nAnnual bonus scheme (up to 10%)\\n\\nPrivate medical cover\\n\\nLife assurance (2.5x salary)\\n\\n25 days holiday + bank holidays\\n\\nStakeholder pension scheme\\n\\nStaff discount schemes\\n\\nVoluntary benefits including dental, hospital cash plans & car lease scheme\\n\\nFree on-site parking and employee assistance programme\\n\\nCareer development support and wellbeing initiatives\\n\\nInterested?\\n\\nThis is your chance to join a thriving, people-focused organisation at the forefront of the UK's fresh food sector. If you're ready to make a real impact in a senior planning role, we'd love to hear from you. \\nApply via The Collective Network today and take the next step in your career