Materials Planner

Job Description

Materials Planner

Ashby de la Zouch (home of Hula Hoops, Space Raiders and Popchips)

Permanent Role

On-site

Join our snack-loving team! We're looking for a Materials Planner to join our team at KP Snacks. Fancy being part of a group where your ideas matter and your growth is celebrated? Keep reading – this might just be your next adventure!

As a Materials Planner at KP Snacks, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact our production efficiency and customer satisfaction. We value diversity and believe that a diverse workforce brings fresh perspectives and innovative ideas.

What’s in it for you?

We believe in giving back and making sure you're happy and thriving. Here's a taste of what we offer:

• Salary of £30000 per annum
• Annual salary review
• Medicash health cash plan/Digital GP/Best Doctors (2nd Medical Opinion service) and Cancer care
• Company sick pay (eligibility criteria exist)
• Holiday buy scheme
• KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
  
  

What will you be doing?

• Purchase Order Management: Raise purchase orders in line with short-term production requirements, including ad hoc PO creation and invoice checking, ensuring timely supply of materials.
• Inventory & Stock Control: Manage raw material WIP, investigate discrepancies between physical and system stock, and regularly review stock holding and MOQs with suppliers to minimise obsolescence and reduce write-offs.
• Planning & Collaboration: Review weekly and monthly production plans and work closely with the planning team to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules.
• Supplier & System Maintenance: Maintain accurate supply chain system parameters, including supplier contact details, lead times, minimum order quantities, and delivery schedules.
• Issue Resolution & Support: Communicate supply shortfalls, investigate contingency plans, manage material changes on site, generate reports on slow-moving/obsolete materials, and provide cover for the Materials Manager as needed.
  
  

Who are we?

Glad you asked! We're KP Snacks, proud to be part of the Intersnack family. Picture this: over 15,000 of us, spread across more than 30 countries, all working together to create the snacks you love. From Hula Hoops to McCoy's, we're the team behind your favourite munchies.

Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. But don't let our size fool you – we're as close-knit as they come. We believe in speaking our minds, celebrating our differences, and pushing boundaries together.

Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. We're on a mission to create a workplace where everyone belongs. So, even if you don't tick every box, we want to hear from you! Your unique perspective could be just what we need. Also, if there's anything we can do to make this process easier for you, just give us a shout.

Job requirements

We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate the following:

• Planning & Analytical Skills: Proficient in materials planning, with 2-3 years of MRP/raw materials experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Demonstrates strong analytical skills to address issues proactively and independently.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Excellent communication skills to influence and build strong relationships with key stakeholders. Able to prioritize tasks and foster a "customer-first" approach.
• Technical Proficiency: High level of computer literacy, especially advanced Excel skills, with experience in supply planning systems (JDE preferred).
• Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Highly accurate, detail-oriented, and quick to spot errors, ensuring high standards in planning and reporting.
• Continuous Improvement & Adaptability: Displays a proactive approach to process improvement, responsibility, and a flexible "can-do" attitude to meet business needs.
  
  

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