Material Planner | Outsource UK

Job Description

Material Planner
Location: Desford
Contract: 12-month rolling contract
Hourly Rate: Up to £25 per hour Umbrella
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: 37.5 per week (Mon–Thu 08:00–16:30, Fri 08:00–13:30)
Working Arrangements: On-site, Monday to Friday

About the Role
You’ll work closely with suppliers, build strong working relationships, and support a number of ongoing projects (details shared on start). This role is a backfill position and plays a key part in maintaining smooth material flow across operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely material availability
  • Support production scheduling and capacity planning
  • Maintain accurate data across MRP and internal systems
  • Build effective communication channels with stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
  • Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas)
  • Confident communicator and good team player
  • Flexible, open-minded and eager to learn
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in supply chain, logistics, planning or similar
  • Degree in Supply Chain or related field (desirable)
If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Daniel McShane on 0161 694 9191 for more information.

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