Materials Planner

Description

Role: Materials Planner

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: £38,000 to £40,000 per year

We are looking for a Materials Planner, this is a great opportunity for someone with experience in production planning, purchasing, or supply chain coordination, particularly within performance wear, sportswear, or technical products. You'll play a central role in keeping products flowing efficiently from suppliers to customers - balancing inventory, managing supplier relationships, and supporting commercial growth.

Job Purpose

As a Production Planner you'll be responsible for overseeing the full planning and procurement cycle - from raising POs with international factories to coordinating inbound logistics and maintaining accurate systems. Working cross-functionally with product development, logistics, and warehouse teams, you'll ensure stock availability aligns with seasonal demand without over-ordering or delays.

Key Responsibilities

* Plan and manage inventory across a varied product range

* Raise and track purchase orders with overseas manufacturing partners

* Monitor supply timelines, forecast demand, and support seasonal planning

* Coordinate freight and logistics for timely inbound deliveries

* Resolve delivery or quality issues through effective supplier communication

* Maintain accurate system data and support internal reporting improvements

* Assist with product lifecycle decisions including reorders, phase-outs, and clearance

Technical Competency

* Experience of Materials Planning or similar

* Experience in a planning, buying, or supply chain role (preferably apparel or technical products)

* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

* Confident communicator with experience managing overseas suppliers

* Comfortable using spreadsheets, forecasting tools, and ERP systems

* Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-oriented

* Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

What can we offer you?

Private healthcare

Hybrid working once probation has passed

Staff discount and long-service recognition

Ad ID: 5416900841