Job Title
Material Planner
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Material Planner to join our team at LH Group, a division of Wabtec UK Ltd. Based in Burton on Trent, you will support customers through maintenance and operation optimisation with customised solutions for spare parts, repair, and overhaul activities on existing trains.
Location & Hours
Burton on Trent, Staffordshire (DE13 8EN) – Onsite
Monday to Thursday 08:00 to 16:30 pm and Friday 08:00 am to 13:00 pm, 37 hours per week
Contract Type
Permanent, Full‑Time
Salary
Competitive
Responsibilities
* Manage materials and support engineering change, project/program launch and run‑out with minimal business impact.
* Generate and control supplier performance to achieve key performance indicators.
* Manage component availability issues, escalating and communicating effectively to ensure closure and eliminate recurrence.
* Review forecast material requirements, report supply chain concerns/ability to meet customer orders and implement inventory optimisation strategies.
* Deliver supply chain solutions in project teams, undertake other material planner activities as instructed, and maintain health and safety practices.
Qualifications
* Previous planning role experience is desirable.
* Able to work autonomously with strong planning and organisational skills.
* Good problem‑solving and negotiation skills.
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to present information to all levels.
* IT literate.
Legal & Diversity Statements
Legal authorisation to work in the UK is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more. Need accommodation? Just let us know – we’ve got you.
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