Material planner

Are you an experienced Material Planner? Have you worked in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? If so, our client, a machinery manufacturer based in Leicester, is recruiting for a Material Planner for their site. The role will involve procuring fabrication materials, negotiating with vendors, and evaluating quotes to support site strategy. Material Planner Permanent Salary dependent on experience Monday ndash; Friday Leicester Material Planner Job Description Working closely with operations to plan and organize tasks effectively. Monitoring purchase orders net demand schedules to ensure required lsquo;need dates rsquo; are achieved. Reviewing purchase requests using MRP or manual requisitions and monitoring purchase orders to ensure timely delivery. Developing and maintaining excellent relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and senior management. Managing supplier relationships to drive cost reductions, maintain quality, and ensure timely delivery, while also handling tasks such as invoice queries, inventory management, and tender management. Material Planner Essential Experience/Skills/Qualifications Prior experience in a procurement role, ideally within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of and prior experience with MRP/ERP systems. Ability to read and understand engineering drawings. Material Planner Company Benefits Competitive holiday allowance Pension contributions Employee assistance program And more hellip; Please apply below if this role is of interest