Company Overview
Smart Manufacturing Solutions are currently seeking a Material planning controller for one of our clients based in Stockton On Tees. Possessing a proactive attitude, you will work as part of a multi-skilled team. Working on dayshift only you will be responsible for controlling all material stock onsite and procurement of any shortfalls or requirements. Duties will include monitoring and maintaining stock, maintain relations with suppliers and customers, problem solving for urgent customer demands and working with the internal MRP system.
Responsibilities:
- Effective forecasting of material requirement for the business and procurement thereof
- Ensure that Material stock levels within MRP system are maintained.
- Co-ordinate and manage deliveries of material to site ensuring receipt of such material is processed within MRP system.
- Monitor inventory level of material on site and with suppliers to ensure it is maintained according to business targets.
- Monitor and maintain inventory of remnant material.
- Identification and management of obsolete material
- Maintain contact with suppliers on a regular basis, via face to face, telephone and electronic communication and participate in supplier audits in conjunction with Quality representative.
- Problem solving for sudden changes to schedules or requirements.
- Calculation and maintenance of planned material inventory levels and buffer stock.
- Working collaboratively with other departments to share best practice and to manage internal supply chains
- Identify opportunities for business improvements within the organisation.
- Any ad-hoc duties as required from time to time by the Production Planning & Commercial Manager or other members of the management team.
Requirements:
- Previous industrial experience would be beneficial but not essential.
- CAD experience would be beneficial but not essential.
- Full training will be given in this role as it is an entry level training role. Therefore, we encourage applications from individuals who are looking to start and developing their career in the Engineering sector.
Working Hours:
- Dayshift Only – Monday to Thursday 07:30 to 16:00, Friday 07:00 to 13:30
Benefits
- 25 days holiday per year plus 8 statutory bank holidays.
- Development based pay reviews.
- Mental health & wellbeing support through our EAP (employee assistance programme).
- Company pension scheme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Tech scheme.
- Bi-annual attendance bonus.
- Training & development opportunities.
- Free snacks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £27,000.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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