Materials/Production Planner - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Your new companyHays are working with a growing Manufacturing business who looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Material Planner to join our team in Telford. This key role will manage our MRP systems to ensure the smooth and timely flow of materials, components, and spare parts needed for production. The successful candidate will be a problem-solver with strong analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. Your new roleAs a Materials Planner, your role will involve:

• Take full ownership of our MRP systems (Sage and 123 Insight), managing setup, parameters, and inventory levels to match product lead times and demand.
• Plan and release work orders efficiently, oversee Kanban production cells, and support the expansion of Lean practices to improve material flow.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools, monitor KPIs, and implement changes to enhance supply chain performance.
• Ensure materials and spare parts are available when needed to meet customer delivery targets.
• Collaborate closely with teams across Customer Service, Design, Procurement, and Manufacturing to keep operations running smoothly.

What you'll need to succeed

• 3-5 years' experience as a Material Planner in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems, particularly Sage and 123 Insight, including configuration and data management.
• Hands-on experience with Lean methodologies, Kanban systems, and driving supply chain improvements.
• Sharp analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships at all levels.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• If you're ready to take ownership of material planning and play a key role in optimising our supply chain, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll get in return

• Job security and a stable income.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Access to employee benefits and perks.
• Collaboration and networking with colleagues.

.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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