Materials Manager

Hands On Materials Manager
Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for planning, logistics, and continuous improvement? We’re looking for a Production Planning Specialist to work as a Hands on Materials Manager, leading the planning and logistics operations and a small team of 4.

In this pivotal role, you’ll align production schedules with supply chain capabilities, manage inventory levels, and drive cost-effective, on-time delivery to customers. With a focus on operational excellence, you’ll support initiatives that enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Deliver:

3 months - Fine tune the daily planning process
3-6 months - Turn your attention to capacity planning
6-12 months - Identify and implement planning software to enhance the ERP system
12 months & beyond - Develop the team, step up within the organisation 

What You’ll Bring:

Proven experience in planning, logistics, and inventory management for a batch manufacturing environment
Demonstrate the ability to plan complex 'made to order' mini projects, anywhere between 60-100
ERP/MRP systems proficiency
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and team leadership expereince 
A drive for continuous improvement and cost optimisation
NVQ Level 5+ preferred; CPIM/CLTD a plus would be the ideal

Why Join Us?

Great Hours: Mon–Thurs 07:45–16:45, Fri 07:45–12:30
Holidays: 25 days + 8 public holidays
Benefits: Pension (5% employer), Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance (4x), Bike to Work Scheme, Childcare Vouchers, Free On-Site Parking