Role: Materials Supply Planner (Contract) Location: Bournemouth Airport, Dorset Pay Rate: £14.42 - £15.38 per hour PAYE (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 Vetting: Drug Screening, DBS Check & referencing Seeking a Materials Supply Planner to join our client's team at Bournemouth Airport, Christchurch, on a contract basis. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in optimising inventory management and driving efficient supply chain operations within a global aviation business. As a Supply Planner, you will be responsible for developing and implementing inventory strategies, analysing demand patterns, and working closely with suppliers to ensure on-time material availability. You will directly contribute to improving customer satisfaction, minimizing costs, and reducing waste, working closely with teams across the US, EMEA, and APAC. Candidates with knowledge of the Aviation Supply Chain, Aftermarket Business and Lean Manufacturing will be prioritised. Main Responsibilities: Lead and manage planning activities, including forecasting accuracy, MRP messages, lead time checks, safety stock adjustments, and adherence for a specific portfolio. Develop and implement strategies to optimise stock levels. Analyse demand patterns and forecast future inventory requirements. Collaborate with global suppliers to ensure timely material delivery. Monitor supply performance and drive corrective actions where necessary. Manage allocation of material between spares and repairs during supply constraints. Ideal Candidate Profile: 3 years' experience in Aftermarket Planning or Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of the Aviation Aftermarket Business. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with SAP (MM/LE) and/or other MRP systems. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related experience. Experience with Servigistics, Power BI, and Data Analysis (Access/Python). Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles. Previous involvement in inventory optimisation projects. Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills. Continuous improvement mindset. Candidates must already hold the right to live and work in the UK. No sponsorships can be provided now or in the future. If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please apply immediately. Due to the number of applications we receive, it's not always possible to contact unsuccessful applicants. Unless you hear from us within 14 days of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. "Follow @LineUpAviation on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the LineUpAviation tag at any time! Thank you for your follow!