Materials Planner
| Posting date: | 19 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 March 2026 |
| Location: | TF1 7XX |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Owen Payne Recruitment Services Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | TELFORD-47211 |
Summary
Owen Payne Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a long-standing and highly respected client in the Telford area.
Thanks to continued growth and exciting expansion plans, they’re looking to strengthen their team with the addition of a Materials Planner. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in procurement, production planning, and stock management — ensuring materials flow smoothly into the business, demand is met seamlessly, and production runs at peak efficiency.
If you’re someone who thrives on organisation, problem-solving, and keeping operations moving like clockwork, this could be the perfect next step.
Job Information:
Contract – Perm from day 1
Hours of work – Monday to Friday (Hours to be confirmed)
Benefits for this role:
• Permanent contract from day 1
• 25 days annual leave
• 1 additional day off for your birthday
• Free onsite parking
• Employer pension contribution
• Cash plan and discount benefit scheme
• Annual bonus based on performance
Candidate Requirements:
• SAP Knowledge
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain management
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and material management systems
Main Duties (but not limited to):
• Assess material demand in line with the production plan and stock holding policy
• Raise purchase and call-off orders to maintain a minimum 3-month order horizon and stock targets
• Review and manage purchase orders, confirmations, and close orders when complete
• Monitor material availability weekly, expedite supply, source alternatives, and communicate risks or shortfalls
• Investigate and implement agreed solutions to material shortages
• Manage daily despatch notifications and maintain accurate SAP open order balances
• Monitor customer commitments for LAQ material to ensure alignment with the 3-month horizon
• Track and report supplier performance (OTIF and quality)
• Review forecast changes and adjust plans accordingly
• Monitor inventory levels and support stock accuracy checks
• Resolve material-related invoice queries promptly
• Support cost-saving initiatives, process improvements, and new product development
• Produce regular reports and analysis for internal stakeholders
• Provide cross-functional support within the Supply Chain team as required
• Any additional duties as and when required