Materials Planner (MRP Planner)

Materials Planner (MRP Planner) – Greater Manchester
Salary: £35,000–£40,000
Hours: Monday–Thursday 7:00am–3:30pm, Friday 7:00am–2:00pm

A leading UK food manufacturer is looking to recruit an experienced Materials Planner (MRP Planner) to join their busy supply chain team in Greater Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the timely availability of materials, supporting production schedules, and driving efficiencies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain accurate inventory forecasts using production schedules, historical data, and future forecasts

• Raise, schedule, and maintain purchase orders to meet production demands

• Liaise with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials

• Monitor stock levels and implement strategies to minimise excess or obsolete inventory

• Analyse data to identify trends and support supply chain improvements

• Work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to align material planning with operational goals

• Produce and present inventory performance reports to stakeholders

Candidate Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience in materials planning or inventory management within a manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis and forecasting

• Experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP

• Excellent organisational and communication skills, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment

Desirable:

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) or equivalent

• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement

• Familiarity with demand planning or inventory optimisation tools

This role is ideal for someone looking to further develop their career in materials planning within a fast-paced, high-performing manufacturing environment.

To apply, please submit your CV today for immediate consideration.