An exciting new and exclusive opportunity has arisen for a Materials Planner based onsite at Clearly Drinks Ltd in Sunderland on a temporary, fixed-term basis. The temporary role is to provide maternity cover and will end when the current incumbent returns to work, which we expect to be between 6 and 9 months. As a Material Planner, you will play an integral part in ensuring all key components are available to support the agreed weekly/monthly production plan and support the business achieving its key measurables. You will also play a fundamental role in the management of all materials related to production on site from stock levels to shelf life. You will ideally have a background in material planning – preferably gained from within a manufacturing environment. If you believe you can thrive in this role and can play a real part in the growth of this company, click Apply Now. Key Responsibilities: The key responsibilities will include: Raising and issuing of purchase orders from purchase requests Chasing suppliers for delivery confirmations and updating internal systems accordingly Purchase of goods, materials and services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets Liaise with suppliers to maintain standard data such as lead time Manage and monitor overdue orders, communicating supply risks accordingly Ensure that all standard work routines are correctly followed Ensuring weekly production plans are on track and clear awareness of any impact on inventory Management of full MRP ensuring accuracy of data supports clear tactical and strategic decision making Management of all expiring/short dated raw material components, supporting planning manager with associated cross-functional meeting Identification and management of strategic stock holding locally, partnering with the warehousing to ensure effective on-site management Any other duties in line with the level of the post The Company Based in the North East, Clearly Drinks is a soft drinks manufacturer offering a range of our own brands alongside an industry leading contract bottling service. We draw crystal clear spring water directly on site which acts as a basis for fresh and fruity flavour combinations and carbonations. Originating in 1885, we have been bottling in the North East for over 140 years. Well known for many years as ‘Villa Drinks’ and a truly local North East business since its inception, Clearly Drinks has become one of the UK’s leading specialist bottlers with well-loved brands including Perfectly Clear, Northumbria Spring, Revolution Waves and Upstream. At the heart of everything is our spring water drawn directly from a natural spring that flows below ground at our site. The Benefits Life insurance Health cash plan Company events Company pension Employee discounts of Company product Employee referral scheme Employee of the month/year scheme Enhanced sick pay Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to work initiatives Long service awards Annual leave of 24 days plus your birthday off! Plus the bank holidays Paid volunteering leave Compassionate bereavement policy Holiday purchase scheme The Person The key skills and qualities of a successful Material Planner are: Computer Literate Attention to detail Strong time management and prioritisation skills Problem solving skills Good communication skills Positive approach to tasks Punctual and reliable Motivation to succeed both individually and working as part of a team. Continually work to improve working processes, on time deliveries and cost reductions in conjunction with other departments. Maintain data integrity and support finance, quality, and dispatch teams with day-to-day operations. Support other team members customers as required, liaise, and attend meetings with other departments to aid business and organisational development. A minimum of 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above (Grade 4-9), including Maths and English, or equivalent If you are keen on joining this exciting company, then please click the apply now!