Your newpany
Hays are partnering with a leading organisation within the sustainable manufacturing sector to recruit for a Materials Planner to join their Supply Chain team in Belfast. This business plays a key role in delivering innovative, environmentally responsible solutions that protect food, people, and the planet.
Your new role
You will ensure factory production is supported with the required raw materials to maximise efficiency. Responsibilities include:
1. Converting supply plans into material plans
2. Scheduling supplier deliveries
3. Managing call-off requests
4. Reporting potential risks.
5. Manage key supplier relationships
6. Chair weekly supplier review meetings
7. Track performance
8. Provide scenario planning to support operational andmercial teams.
This is a fixed-term role until February 2027, offering stability and an immediate start.
What you'll need to succeed
9. Recent experience in a similar role
10. Sound knowledge of supply chain processes (planning, demand, replenishment)
11. Strong negotiation and influencing skills
12. Proven analytical skills and ability to use data for decision-making
13. Excellentmunication and IT literacy
14. Highly organised, resilient, and resourceful
Desirable:
15. Experience in food packaging or manufacturing environment
16. Knowledge of MRP and forecasting systems
17. Business-related qualification
What you'll get in return
18. Opportunity to work with a global sustainability leader
19. Collaborative and supportive team environment
20. Fixed-term stability until February 2027
21. Career development opportunities