Job Title: Material Planner – Electric Vehicle (EV) Industry
Location: Oxfordshire
Department: Supply Chain
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Material Planner to join our dynamic team in the fast-growing Electric Vehicle (EV) sector who will be reporting to the Supply Chain manager or Materials Manager. The Material Planner will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials through our production process. You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating material requirements to meet production goals while maintaining optimal inventory levels, supporting just-in-time delivery, and driving supply chain efficiency in alignment with sustainability and innovation goals.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and manage material requirement plans (MRPs) based on production schedules, sales forecasts, and inventory targets.
* Collaborate with procurement, engineering, production, and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and availability of materials.
* Monitor inventory levels and implement strategies to reduce excess and obsolete inventory while avoiding shortages.
* Analyse and mitigate supply chain risks by identifying potential shortages or delays and taking corrective actions.
* Maintain accurate ERP/MRP system data including lead times, order quantities, and inventory levels.
* Track supplier performance and coordinate with procurement to resolve material supply issues.
* Support new product introduction (NPI) planning and coordinate phase-in/phase-out of materials.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance material planning processes and supply chain resilience.
* Ensure compliance with environmental and sustainability standards in sourcing and material usage.
* Strong understanding of MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
* Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and just-in-time (JIT) inventory strategies.
* Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent experience in material planning, production planning, or supply chain operations, preferably in the automotive or EV industry.
* Strong communication and collaboration abilities across cross-functional teams.
* Familiarity with EV components (e.g., batteries, power electronics, electric drivetrains) is a plus.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
APICS CPIM/CSCP certification.
Experience with supply chain analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Understanding of sustainable sourcing and circular supply chain practices in the EV industry.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a company that’s shaping the future of clean transportation. We offer a collaborative culture, competitive compensation, and opportunities to grow alongside an innovative team dedicated to building a sustainable world.
Eligibility: Sponsorship is NOT offered for this role and you must have the correct documentation to work in the UK