Material planner Work, Jobs in Leicester, Lec (with Salaries)

Materials Planner
MDK Office Seating LTD —Leicester
- From £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Data analysis skills
- Analysis skills
- Free parking
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5d
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Saputo Inc. —Nuneaton
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Employee discount
Material Planner
Wabtec —Burton-On-Trent
- Full-time
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
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Materials Assistant
Trexon —Corby
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
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11d
Production Planner (FTC 12 months)
Morgan Advanced Materials —Rugby
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Communication skills
13d
Production planner
Rehlko —Loughborough
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
Material Planner
Progress Rail —Sandiacre
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
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Site Planner-D365 Implementation (18-month FTC)
Morgan Advanced Materials —Corby
- ERP systems
- Analysis skills
- Communication skills
Production Planner
Wabtec —Burton-On-Trent
- Full-time
- ERP systems
- Communication skills
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11d
Production Planner
NP Aerospace —Coventry
- £30,000 - £37,500 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Agile
- AI
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
9d
Production Planner
NP Aerospace Limited —Coventry
- £30,000 - £37,500 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Agile
- AI
- Annual leave
- Flexible schedule
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Materials Planner

MDK Office Seating LTD -
Leicester

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From £28,000 a year
5 days ago

Benefits

Free parking
Additional leave
Company pension
On-site parking

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Supply chain
Data analysis skills
MRP
Analysis skills
Organisational skills
Communication skills

Full job description

Company Overview

MDK OFFICE SEATING Limited have been committed to the in-house design and UK manufacture of quality office and commercial seating since 1995.

Based in Leicestershire, our modern factories cater for the manufacturing processes of frame construction, upholstery and final. We are proud to say that all our design and manufacturing takes place right here in the UK.

Our target is total customer satisfaction.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Materials Planner to join our operations team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating the flow of materials to support production requirements while maintaining efficient inventory levels.

This role plays a key part in ensuring uninterrupted production, improving inventory accuracy, and supporting the smooth running of our supply chain operations. The Materials Planner will work closely with procurement, warehouse, production, suppliers, and logistics teams to ensure materials are available at the right time and in the correct quantities.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

Materials Planning & Inventory Control

· Analyse production schedules and forecast material requirements.

· Create and maintain material plans based on customer demand and production needs.

· Monitor stock levels and identify potential shortages, delays, or excess inventory.

· Ensure efficient inventory management while supporting production continuity.

· Assist in reducing excess and obsolete stock levels.

Supplier & Procurement Coordination

· Work closely with purchasing teams to ensure timely procurement of materials.

· Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules, and lead times.

· Liaise with suppliers regarding shortages, delays, or material-related issues.

· Support the resolution of supply chain issues that may impact production schedules.

Production & Operational Support

· Collaborate with production, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure material availability.

· Support production schedule adherence by maintaining accurate planning data.

· Review and update material master data within Microsoft Business Central systems.

· Generate inventory, planning, and performance reports for management.

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

· Support continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain and inventory processes.

· Identify opportunities to improve planning accuracy and operational efficiency.

· Assist with KPI monitoring including inventory accuracy, stock availability, and supplier performance.

· Maintain accurate records and planning documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

· Material availability rate

· Inventory turnover

· Stockout frequency

· On-time supplier delivery performance

· Inventory accuracy

· Production schedule adherence

· Reduction of excess and obsolete inventory

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of your duties and responsibilities as they may be modified from time to time to suit the needs of the business.

Essential Skills

· Previous experience in materials planning, inventory management, supply chain, or production planning.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.

· Good understanding of inventory control and supply chain processes.

· Strong communication and organisational skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Desirable Skills

· Experience using Microsoft Business Central or Microsoft Dynamics 365.

· Understanding of MRP systems, forecasting, and inventory optimisation techniques.

· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.

· Experience with KPI reporting and dashboard tools.

· APICS / ASCM certifications such as CPIM would be advantageous.

Company Benefits

· Bonus and Incentive Scheme

· Day off for birthdays

· Free onsite parking

· Company pension scheme

· Possibility for growth within the company

· 28 days holiday including bank holidays

· Extra time off during Christmas/New Years period

Pay: From £28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave
Company pension
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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