Materials Planner

Woodbridge, Suffolk £40,000 - £45,000 Own transport is required due to the location the role. We have an exciting opportunity for a proactive Raw Material Planner to join an independent food manufacturer in Suffolk As a Raw Material Planner, you will be responsible for ensuring the seamless supply of high-quality ingredients to keep the production process running smoothly. Your role will involve Managing supplier relationships Monitoring inventory levels and working closely with the Production Planner to meet production schedules Inventory Management and Demand Forecasting Working with suppliers to achieve the highest quality products and act on any issues immediately Problem-solving when there may be occasional supply interruptions what we’re looking for. We are seeking someone with experience in raw material or supply chain planning, ideally within food manufacturing or FMCG. Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to forecast demand accurately Prioritise tasks effectively, and manage multiple supplier relationships Proficiency in planning software (ERP systems) and Excel is highly desirable Excellent communication and negotiation skills are a must, as well as a keen attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high-quality standards If you are proactive, adaptable, and ready to work closely with internal teams to ensure production success, we’d love to hear from you

Location: Woodbridge, GB

Posted Date: 1/27/2025