Materials & Planning Manager (Manufacturing)
We are seeking to recruit a Group Materials and Planning Manager to join our team at a well established industrial manufacturing company based in Wrexham. This role will be responsible for the full end‑to‑end operational planning, inventory and warehouse management, including the flow of materials across multiple manufacturing sites in North Wales.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership to a team of operational production and material planners and material leads. Manage, coach and develop high‑performing teams that deliver continuous improvement and added value.
* Lead warehouse management to ensure efficient management and control.
* Ensure IT systems, including MRP and data capture reports, are effective, accurate, and maintained. Review opportunities to standardise and streamline current or new systems.
* Manage the teams to ensure a timely purchase of all material requirements in line with production plans, maintaining a rolling forecast of material requirements. Review inventory levels versus consumption, adjusting re‑order points to prevent shortages.
* Oversee delivery of materials for all sites, acting as a point of escalation regarding supply chain issues, ensuring accuracy and minimising potential disruption.
* Ensure quality of purchased materials through effective stock and warehouse management.
* Oversee and manage inventory integrity by implementing robust stock‑taking strategies and maintaining best practice warehouse management.
* Optimise stock holding and turnover ratios.
* Collaborate to develop, maintain and implement best practice systems, processes and procedures across all sites.
* Ensure all activities adhere to safety standards and performance targets, maintaining a safe working environment.
Profile
They will have the ability to develop and implement strategies related to warehouse and stock management, while effectively managing location‑based teams across all sites.
Qualifications & Experience
* Proven leadership and team management skills, with the ability to drive change while motivating staff to achieve objectives.
* Experience in inventory management, stock control and supplier relations, ideally within a multi‑site manufacturing environment.
* Strong strategic mindset, capable of transforming and optimising supply chain and warehouse operations to deliver operational excellence.
* Proficient in the use of MRP systems.
* Ability to analyse data and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
* Excellent organisational and planning skills to oversee multiple sites effectively.
* Ability to ensure high standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance.
* Effective communication skills with the ability to lead and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
* A strong leader, and team player who thrives in a fast‑paced and challenging environment.
Job Offer
£65,000 to £70,000 plus benefits and package, dependent on candidate experience.
Desired Skills and Experience
Materials Manager, planning, manufacturing.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain
* Industries: Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing, Fabricated Metal Products, and Manufacturing
* Location: Wrexham, Wales, United Kingdom
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