Material Planning and Inventory Manager
Posted 5 hours 47 minutes ago by Hunter Savage
Are you a supply chain professional with a passion for operational excellence and team leadership? We are seeking a Material Planning and Inventory Manager to join our dynamic team in Larne. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global organisation, ensuring the smooth flow of materials and orders across our supply chain. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and have a proven track record in material planning and inventory management, we want to hear from you.
Top 3 Things to Know About This Role- Attractive Salary: (depending on experience).
- Hours: 4 days per week in the office.
- Exceptional Benefits: Including up to 12% bonus, contributory pension scheme, share scheme, and flexible benefits.
As the Material Planning and Inventory Manager, you will:
- Align demand planning with manufacturing, marketing, and material planning to meet customer requirements.
- Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, conducting performance reviews and supporting career development.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate demand forecasts and production schedules.
- Resolve conflicts between supply constraints and customer expectations through proactive planning.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance compliance, reduce errors, and increase efficiency.
- Lead change management initiatives for new systems and procedures.
- Define and maintain optimal inventory levels in collaboration with supply chain and finance teams.
- Monitor inventory health using KPIs and dashboards to support data-driven decision-making.
- Improve forecast accuracy by analysing data and market trends to minimise excess and obsolete inventory.
To excel in this role, you will have:
- Proven experience in material planning and inventory management within the manufacturing industry.
- Strong understanding of supply chain components and their impact on operations.
- Experience in resolving obstacles to meet production schedules and removing material flow barriers.
- Tactical and strategic planning skills to adapt to changing demands and supply constraints.
- Expertise in identifying bottlenecks in the material planning cycle and implementing solutions.
- Strong decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience managing a team of supply chain professionals.
Competitive salary, depending on experience, along with an excellent benefits package:
- Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays.
- Bonus: Up to 12% performance-based bonus.
- Pension Scheme: Contributory scheme where your contributions are doubled up to 6%.
- Share Scheme: 50% match on employee contributions.
- Flexible Benefits: Access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease options, and holiday purchase.
The company culture is built on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. Join a team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.