Materials Planner

Job description

Materials Planner Role Purpose The Materials Planner ensures the timely delivery of raw materials to support manufacturing operations, safeguarding business continuity and supply chain performance. This role is critical to maintaining production flow, optimizing inventory, and preventing material shortages. You will work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and cross‑functional partners to manage material flow, assess risks, analyze data, and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities: Execute supply chain planning activities within established systems. Monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery issues, and take proactive actions to ensure uninterrupted material availability. Perform daily operational tasks and adjust parameters to meet performance targets. Conduct inventory control activities to maintain accuracy and material flow. Collect and analyze data from standard sources. Prepare clear, accurate reports to support decision‑making and performance tracking. Partner with internal stakeholders to coordinate supply chain activities and manage routine requests. Contribute ideas to optimize processes. Support operational reviews to identify i...