Senior Materials Planner

Inventory Controller / Materials PlannerLocation: UttoxeterPay Rate: To be discussed dependent upon experienceContract Type: PermanentWorking Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm. Join an international blue chip company based in Uttoxeter. Hunters 4 Staff are recruiting for an experienced Inventory Controller / Materials Planner to join our client in Uttoxeter. This highly visible role requires planning and expediting parts in line with market demands, scheduling from a complex supply chain, and ensuring continuity of supply. A real sense of urgency, excellent problem-solving skills, and strong cross-functional communication are essential. This exciting opportunity would suit someone who is looking for a role where they will receive fantastic training and support with excellent prospects to grow into a leadership role in the future. If you have experience in materials planning, enjoy analysing data, and can confidently work across departments and liaise with suppliers internationally to solve supply chain challenges, we'd like to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to build a career in the SAP MM domain. Interested candidates looking to grow in SAP MM are encouraged to apply. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world SAP MM projects.

Key Responsibilities. Manage material requirements planning to ensure a continuous supply of parts and materials. Monitor and control inventory levels, balancing availability with stock optimisation and waste reduction. Maintain and update planning parameters including lead times, safety stock levels, reorder points, and minimum order quantities. Work closely with Purchasing, Production, Warehousing, and Sales teams to align stock availability with business requirements. Track supplier performance, expedite deliveries where needed, and proactively resolve supply issues. Maintain accurate ERP system data and report on inventory and supply chain KPIs. Requirements. Previous experience in a Materials Planner, Inventory Controller, Supply Chain Planner, or similar role. Very strong Excel skills including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables. Stong SAP experience. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with multiple departments. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Well organised, able to prioritise tasks, and comfortable working to deadlines. For further information or to apply for this position please contact Sarah on 03300 533500/sarah@hunters4staff.co.uk. Job search faster with Premium. Access company insights like strategic priorities, headcount trends, and more. Harsh and millions of other members use Premium. Get Premium now. Cancel anytime. No hidden fees. Candidates with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Freshers and experienced professionals meeting the above criteria are welcome to apply. Only candidates matching the required skill set and experience level will be considered.