Materials Planner – 6 Month FTC
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Closing date: Tuesday 19th May
Interview process: Two‑Stage Process
Working pattern: Hybrid 2/3 days on‑site per week, including Weetabix Wednesday. While we operate a hybrid working pattern, we are committed to providing flexibility where needed.
We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you.
About the Role
The Materials Planner ensures timely availability of raw materials to help production and customer commitments in the UK FMCG sector. The role blends operational tasks with strategic growth, using data insights, strong supplier relationships and advanced planning tools to execute projects efficiently, minimise waste and meet performance targets.
Operational Delivery (Core)
* Ensure continuous raw material availability to meet production plans, preventing stock‑outs and downtime.
* Convert demand into accurate supplier orders, adhering to SLAs, lead times, MOQs and EOQs.
* Manage rolling 12‑week operational and 6‑month medium‑term forecasts for all material categories.
* Monitor daily stock levels, adjusting orders to maintain inventory targets and minimise obsolescence.
* Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as OTIF, lead time and responsiveness, driving improvements through meetings.
* Maintain and aid an up‑to‑date Raw Materials Inventory Policy.
* Control raw material write‑offs with clear risk escalations.
* Own reporting on raw material shortage risks and aged/write‑off stock.
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
* Collaborate with Production Planners to manage plan changes, reducing commercial and operational impacts.
* Coordinate with Procurement on supplier issues, contracts and strategic sourcing.
* Assist Quality and Technical teams with material issues, audits and specifications.
* Work with Pack Change, Innovation and Commercial teams to manage NPD, pack changes and discontinuations, ensuring supplier alignment and accurate product lifecycle data.
Strategic Enablement (Future‑Focused)
* Work with AI‑enabled forecasting by providing accurate data, testing tools and facilitating change adoption.
* Optimise material flow through continuous improvement, automation, simplification and better integration with related teams.
* Assist in scenario planning, risk modelling and resilience strategies to help the organisation scale and respond to external volatility.
Key Know How
* Experience in raw materials planning, supply planning or inventory management within FMCG or another fast‑paced, high‑change sector.
* Strong analytical, numerical and data interpretation skills.
* Knowledge of planning systems (e.g., MRP/ERP), supplier management processes and inventory KPIs.
* Ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and urgency.
* Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset.
Nice to Have
* Familiarity with AI‑enabled forecasting, predictive analytics or automated planning tools.
* Continuous improvement capability (Lean, waste elimination, process mapping, root‑cause techniques).
* Experience working within an integrated S&OP/SIOP environment.
* Knowledge of digital supply chain trends and best‑in‑class FMCG planning practices.
* Ability to operate effectively in an organisation undergoing growth, transformation or increased digital maturity.
Benefits
Competitive salary and an annual flexible benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career and life outside work.
* Annual bonus
* Double‑matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us)
* 25 days annual leave increasing with service
* Annual salary review
* Healthcare plan
* Discounted Weetabix products
We also offer continued investment in your personal development, flexible work opportunities and enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fertility treatment leave.
To learn more about life at Weetabix, visit our careers page.
We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship.
We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support.
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