Materials Planner

Job title:Materials PlannerJob location:BasildonSalary:£41,900+(£20.68ph)Hours per week:39Duration:PermanentStart date:End of AugustClient Summary:A leading, well recognised global manufacturer of Agricultural machineryKey Duties:* Manage a dedicated portfolio of internal and external suppliers, taking ownership of adefined catalogue of material and part numbers.* Liaise and manage our supply base ensuring good lines of communication aredeveloped and maintained to provide continuity of supply* Monitor material requirements generated from customer tractor orders, ensuring allrequired parts are delivered to site in line with production schedules.* Handle daily component shortages for MBU activities ensuring prompt delivery ofscheduled material requirements.* Liaise with suppliers on a daily basis to obtain delivery commitments and proactivelyfollow up on outstanding orders.* Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers to ensure parts areprioritised and delivered on time.* Communicate effectively with internal departments including Production, Quality,Warehouse and Manufacturing to resolve material-related queries.* Investigate and escalate potential supply issues, working with suppliers and internalstakeholders to minimise disruption to production.* Maintain accurate records and update planning information within the company'sERP/MRP system.* Engage appropriate transport methods to meet delivery deadlines* Track supplier performance and provide regular updates on delivery status and anypotential risks.* Look continuously for opportunities to improve. Propose and implement solutions inorder to guarantee deliveries on time, without extra transportation cost and reducing ourinventory.* Prepare analytical reports when required* Respond promptly to material shortages, missing parts or delivery concerns to supportuninterrupted production.* Occasionally visit the shop floor to investigate material issues, locate missing parts andwork collaboratively with operational teams to resolve problems.* Ensure all administrative tasks relating to material planning and suppliercommunication are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.Person Profile/Experience:* Previous experience in a Materials Planner, Supply Planner, Production Planner orInventory Planner role.* Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment.* Strong understanding of MRP/ERP planning systems.* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationshipsinternally and externally.* Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.* A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a continuous improvement mindset.Qualifications:Driving LicenceContact Information: James BellEmail: