Material Planner in Ampthill, Bedfordshire

Material Planner

Ampthill

12-month contract

Paying up to £36,000 (DOE)

Please note - Due to the nature of the work, you'll be required to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security Clearance

Responsibilities:

• Reporting status to the Master Scheduler and highlighting areas where assistance is required and flagging any potential delays to production.
• Working closely with Manufacturing and Stores functions to ensure the production schedule is adhered to.
• Releasing of purchase requisitions in accordance with SLA's to ensure Procurement are able to place purchase orders to lead time.
• Co-ordinating shipments and returns to and from off-site locations.
• Have a good understanding of programme requirements, maintain action records, chase and expedite outstanding deliveries, highlight shortages and hold the internal customer to account.
• Problem solver with a positive attitude and good organisational skills.
• Utilising MRP reports and following actions in the supply chain to ensure material is ordered and delivered to meet production requirements.
• Prioritising kits to support build plans.

Experience required:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within Aerospace, Defence, Automotive, or other highly regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of material planning, inventory control, and supply chain processes.
• Experience working with complex Bills of Materials (BOMs) and supporting large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Good working knowledge of SAP, including material management and purchase requisition processes.
• Experience running Line of Balance (LOB) reports and managing shop floor kitting activities.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel; macro knowledge is advantageous.
• Proven ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.