Material Planner

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Material Planner to join a dynamic manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient planning, coordination, and availability of materials to support production requirements and customer demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate material call-offs in line with production schedules and customer requirements.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment to prevent shortages and excess stock.
• Expedite supplier deliveries to meet production and customer timelines.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and transactions within SAP.
• Work closely with logistics and freight forwarding teams to ensure material availability.
• Analyse inventory data and prepare reports to support operational decision-making.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory management and SAP processes.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and inventory control standards.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings with sourcing, quality, sales, engineering, and other operational teams to align material requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in material planning, inventory control, or logistics within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and stock management systems.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and inventory management principles.
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

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