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Material Planning Analyst

Peterlee, County Durham
Full-Time | 36.5 hours per week
12-Month Contract
Salary: £15.00 - £22.99p/h
Closing date: 1 week from posting

We're looking for a Material Planning Analyst to join a world-class manufacturing team based in Peterlee. This role plays a vital part in ensuring materials flow efficiently and accurately to support the production of high-quality machinery used in industries across the globe-from mining to construction.

You'll work with suppliers, schedulers, and operations teams to keep production running smoothly and efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex supply chain challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity.

What you'll be doing

Ensuring timely material delivery by collaborating with suppliers and internal teams

Managing material planning through MRP and supplier collaboration tools

Resolving supply issues to maintain production flow and material availability

Tracking supplier performance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

Aligning planning parameters with inventory systems to maintain accuracy and integrity

Providing clear and effective communication with both internal stakeholders and external partners

What we're looking for

Strong background in material planning and scheduling

Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles

Confident working with MRP systems and inventory planning tools

Skilled in data analysis and root-cause problem-solving

Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in Excel and other relevant software

Able to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable qualifications and experience

APICS or equivalent supply chain certification

Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field

Knowledge of Six Sigma principles and methodology

Please note:
This role does not support relocation or sponsorship. Be sure to clearly outline your relevant experience and qualifications in your application, as assumptions will not be made during shortlisting