Materials / Stock Planner

Materials Planner/SchedulerSalary: £27,000 - £30,000 dep on experienceLocation: Stansted / Bishop's Stortford (Head Office Based)Hours: Monday - Thursday 8.15-5.15 Friday 8.15-12.45 (39 hours a week hours to be made up within the weekday)About the Materials Planner/Scheduler RoleWe are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Materials Planner to join a busy head office team within a technical manufacturing and distribution environment.This is primarily an administrative planning role, ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, numbers and schedules, and takes pride in keeping systems accurate and operations running smoothly.You will play a key role in maintaining stock levels, supporting production planning and ensuring materials are available when required, using SAP and MRP systems on a daily basis.Full training will be provided for the right individual.Materials Planner/Scheduler Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain and update material planning data within SAPUse MRP to generate and review material requirementsMonitor stock levels and highlight potential shortagesAssist in planning schedules to support production and customer demandProduce reports and analyse stock dataSupport purchasing with accurate planning informationLiaise with internal departments to ensure smooth material flowMaintain accurate records and planning documentationMaterials Planner/Scheduler About YouPrevious experience in a Materials Planning role is not essential. We are open to candidates from administrative, analytical or structured office-based backgrounds who demonstrate the right attitude and aptitude.What is essential is:A strong analytical mindset and comfort working with numbers and dataHigh levels of organisation and attention to detailConfidence and self-assurance when working with senior leadershipThe ability to communicate clearly and stand firm on planning requirements when necessaryA proactive, solutions-focused approachA willingness to learn and develop within a structured business environmentThis Materials Planner/Scheduler role would suit someone who enjoys structured, process-driven work and wants to build a long-term career within supply chain or planning.If you feel that you are the right person for this role please contact HeatherTPBN1_UKTJ