Materials Planner

A fast-growing, market-leading specialist based in Bradford is seeking a Production Planner to join their team on a contract basis. Offering a competitive salary of up to £32,000 per annum, this opportunity is based at a state-of-the-art facility and offers a role that is both varied and interesting.

Role Overview:
As a Production Planner, you'll be responsible for coordinating daily operations, ensuring excellent service delivery, and managing customer expectations.

What’s on offer:
• Salary between £28,000 – £32,000, depending on experience
• Days-based role, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• Private healthcare included
• 28 days annual leave
• 3-month contract, with strong potential for permanent hire
• Modern, well-equipped working environment
• Supportive team culture with ongoing training

Key Responsibilities:
• Act as a primary point of contact for customers
• Plan jobs in line with production schedules and warehouse capacity
• Manage customer expectations and provide regular updates
• Oversee incoming and outgoing component supply
• Forecast short-term demand to support efficiency
• Ensure strong communication across departments
• Handle stock sheets, stock counts, and customer requests

Requirements:
• Experience in supply chain or production planning, ideally within FMCG or food manufacturing
• Proficient in Excel, Outlook, and general MS Office tools
• SAP experience desirable (item setup, BOMs, orders)—training available
• Confident handling large volumes of data and liaising with senior management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, and detail-focused
• Flexible and team-oriented approach

Interested?
If this role sounds right for you, click apply or contact Conor Wood on 01484 645269 for more information.