Artis recruitment has been engaged by a leading Leisure automotive manufacturer based in the Bristol area to support their search for a new Material Planner. The Material Planner role focuses on ensuring the on-time, in-full delivery of parts to production lines, reducing obsolescence through effective order and stock control, and driving cost savings by managing key projects that benefit the business. About the role * Manage material flow through MRP system to ensure material and components are readily available to meet production plans * Effective management of suppliers through a set of agreed KPI’s, develop relationships and work with suppliers to reach successful outcomes, minimising working capital where possible * Effective stock control measure in line with lean principles * Co-ordinate with Production teams on a daily basis to ensure requirements can be met * Monitor, review and update plans on a regular basis, mitigating risk to supply, ensure changes are communicated clearly Your experience * Proven track record of managing material/ stock within a manufacturing environment * Demonstrable track record of managing suppliers, understanding of the risks and opportunities associated * Pro-active approach to planning, seek out potential problems and escalate appropriately * Ability to work autonomously in fast paced environment * Excellent communication skills both written and verbal * Ability to develop and influence external and internal relationships If you want to be part of a fantastic high performing planning team, please do not hesitate to apply