Materials Planner

Our client is currently seeking a Materials Planner for an immediate start to join their Newcastle team. The role will be on a contract basis, which will run through until October 2026. (Hybrid working available)

RESPONSIBILITIES

As a MRP Material Planner (d/f/m), you will be responsible for:

• Reviewing the ERP system daily, ensuring material quantities are available to execute the project as per BOM. This includes converting ERP (Oracle ASCP) suggested requirements into purchase requisitions.
• Supporting Master Production Scheduler to ensure material is available to meet the manufacturing plan or highlighting risks and lead to issue resolution.
• Acting as an interface between the project and procurement teams, and production planners, supporting all departments in order to minimise loss of time in Manufacture.
• Analysing and monitoring inventory levels to ensure continuous material flow to manufacturing operations, while supporting business cash flow targets.
• Coordinating the resolution of problems and maintaining the ASCP dates through regular communication with Production Control and Master Scheduler.
• Managing data quality on the ERP system.

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven experience in material planning is essential.
• Proven experience with ORACLE
• SAP knowledge is beneficial for working with Oracle-based system
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Data-driven decision-making
• Analytical thinking
• Clear and effective communication