Location
Poole, Dorset, England
Industry sector
Purchasing
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
21/04/2026
Closing date
19/05/2026
Materials Planner | Poole | £30,000
A global market-leading manufacturing company is seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Materials Planner to support production and service operations from its Poole site.
This is a fast-paced, delivery-critical role responsible for executing the day-to-day supply chain plan, ensuring material availability, and maintaining system accuracy across MRP and ERP processes. Working closely with Production, Warehouse, Purchasing, and Operations teams, the Materials Planner will play a key role in keeping manufacturing running smoothly and on schedule.
This position is ideal for a proactive supply chain or planning professional who thrives in a structured environment, enjoys working with data, and is confident managing suppliers and priorities under pressure.
You'll benefit from:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Early finish Fridays
- Supportive team environment
- Ongoing development opportunities
Key responsibilities:
- Run and manage MRP to generate accurate purchasing requirements
- Convert demand signals into timely and accurate purchase orders
- Actively manage supplier order books to meet required delivery dates
- Expedite late or critical orders to protect production and service schedules
- Maintain optimal stock levels across production parts, spares, and consumables
- Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and system anomalies
- Support stock accuracy and cycle count processes
- Track purchase order status and manage call-off orders
- Work closely with Warehouse, Production, and Service teams to prioritise demand
- Provide clear visibility of shortages and recovery plans
- Liaise with suppliers regarding delivery schedules, shortages, and returns
- Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data including lead times, MOQs, and pricing
- Produce reports on shortages, overdue orders, and supplier performance
Experience required:
- Experience in a purchasing, materials planning, or supply chain role
- Background within a manufacturing or engineering environment
- Experience managing stock, expediting orders, and coordinating suppliers
- Confident working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Skills required:
- Strong working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
- High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Clear and confident communication skills
- Proactive, resilient, and solution-focused approach
- Strong IT skills, particularly with planning and reporting data
- SAP Business One experience would be advantageous
- CIPS Level 3 (or working towards) would be beneficial
This role is ideal for an organised and driven Materials Planner looking to play a key role in maintaining supply chain performance and supporting production delivery within a growing manufacturing business.