Material Planning Analyst

Peterlee, County Durham
Full-Time | 36.5 hours per week
12-Month Contract
Salary: £15.00 - £22.99p/h
Closing date: 1 week from posting

We're looking for a Material Planning Analyst to join a world-class manufacturing team based in Peterlee. This role plays a vital part in ensuring materials flow efficiently and accurately to support the production of high-quality machinery used in industries across the globe-from mining to construction.

You'll work with suppliers, schedulers, and operations teams to keep production running smoothly and efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy solving complex supply chain challenges, this could be the perfect opportunity.

What you'll be doing

• Ensuring timely material delivery by collaborating with suppliers and internal teams

• Managing material planning through MRP and supplier collaboration tools

• Resolving supply issues to maintain production flow and material availability

• Tracking supplier performance and supporting continuous improvement initiatives

• Aligning planning parameters with inventory systems to maintain accuracy and integrity

• Providing clear and effective communication with both internal stakeholders and external partners

What we're looking for

• Strong background in material planning and scheduling

• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles

• Confident working with MRP systems and inventory planning tools

• Skilled in data analysis and root-cause problem-solving

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant software

• Able to work independently and within a team environment

Desirable qualifications and experience

• APICS or equivalent supply chain certification

• Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field

• Knowledge of Six Sigma principles and methodology

Please note:
This role does not support relocation or sponsorship. Be sure to clearly outline your relevant experience and qualifications in your application, as assumptions will not be made during shortlisting.