Material Planner needed for our Stoke on Trent based client. We are looking for an experienced and proactive Material Planner to join a busy manufacturing business. This is a key role within the supply chain team, ensuring materials are available at the right time, in the right quantity and at the right cost to meet production requirements. Working closely with Production Planning, Operations and suppliers, you will use MRP/ERP systems to manage material requirements, raise purchase orders, monitor supplier performance and help maintain continuity of supply. Key Responsibilities Raise, amend and manage purchase orders accurately and efficiently. Review MRP recommendations and convert demand into purchase orders. Proactively chase suppliers and manage outstanding orders and delivery dates. Ensure raw materials are available to meet production schedules. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Maintain accurate supplier, purchasing and master data within the ERP/MRP system. Monitor supplier performance and assist with supplier reviews and scorecards. Support the development and reporting of supplier and departmental KPIs. Identify potential cost-saving and purchasing improvement opportunities. Assist with sourcing and onboarding new suppliers where required. Support NPI, engineering changes and technical projects. Maintain accurate supplier records and contact information. Support month-end reporting and purchase ledger reconciliation ..... full job details .....