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We have an amazing opportunity for a Production Supply Chain Planner to join our Procurement Team. Please note this role is Melsonby based so you must live within a commutable distance of the Melsonby office.

The Supply Chain Planner plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials and components through the electronics manufacturing and distribution process. This role supports the procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory control activities required to deliver high-quality traffic signal and control products on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Material Planning

• Coordinate the sourcing and delivery of electronic components, metalwork, cables, PCBs, and assemblies in line with production requirements.
• Maintain accurate supplier and material data in the ERP system (e.g., SAP S4HANA or equivalent).
• Raise purchase orders, track deliveries, and expedite critical items to prevent production delays.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure materials meet quality, lead time, and specification requirements.
• Support supplier performance reviews and cost-saving initiatives.

Inventory & Stock Control

• Monitor and maintain accurate stock levels of raw materials, subassemblies, and finished goods.
• Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies through regular cycle counts and stock audits.
• Manage obsolete and slow-moving components, supporting engineering change and product lifecycle processes.
• Ensure material traceability and compliance with quality and industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001, CE, or relevant traffic safety standards).

Production & Logistics Coordination

• Collaborate with Field Engineering  teams to align material availability with build schedules and customer orders.
• Coordinate inbound logistics and outbound shipments of finished traffic signal equipment to local authorities, contractors, and distributors.
• Arrange freight, documentation, and carrier bookings for domestic and export orders, ensuring compliance with transport and safety regulations.
• Work closely with the warehouse and engineering teams to manage kitting, staging, and despatch processes.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain accurate ERP records for materials, purchase orders, and supplier information.
• Generate regular reports on material shortages, supplier delivery performance, and inventory accuracy.
• Support implementation and improvement of supply chain KPIs (e.g., OTIF, supplier OTDP, stock turns, and lead time adherence).
• Contribute to process improvement projects and system enhancements to drive operational efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with engineering and quality teams to introduce new products, manage component changes, and ensure supply continuity.
• Support customer service and project delivery teams to meet delivery deadlines and resolve supply issues.
• Coordinate with finance on invoice reconciliation, pricing updates, and supplier credit control.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong organisational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Good understanding of electronics manufacturing supply chains and component sourcing.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems (preferably SAP S4HANA).
• Ability to read and interpret bills of materials (BOMs) and engineering change notes.
• Competent in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work under time pressure.
• Knowledge of Incoterms, logistics planning, and import/export processes.

Profile

What we are looking for

• Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supply chain, procurement, or materials coordination role within electronics manufacturing.
  • Understanding of traffic control systems, signalling equipment, or related electrical products preferred.
  • CIPS qualification (or working towards) desirable.
  • Experience with ISO 9001 environments and lean/continuous improvement practices advantageous.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive and adaptable with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Analytical thinker who takes ownership and delivers results.
• Committed to quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

Benefit

What we offer

As well as providing a competitive salary and benefits package, we actively run employee opinion surveys as part of our drive to provide a comfortable and supportive working environment. We will support your development and you will also receive:

• 25 days holiday with bank holidays in addition, increasing with length of service
• Your Birthday off
• Employer pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance up to 6x salary

Interested?

Apply Today! We will acknowledge receipt of your application and be in touch if you are successful. 

Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before any advertised closing date. We therefore, encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment. Applications received after the closing date will not be processed.

We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. We are an equal opportunities employer. 

Agencies, please note, that should we require recruitment agency involvement, we will contact the agencies on our PSL; we would ask that you respect the relationships we have already built with these suppliers. If an agency submits an unsolicited CV to any partner or employee of our company for a role we have not actively engaged with you on, you should be aware that they have no authority to enter into an arrangement with you and we will consider the CV a gift! We will not be liable for any payment you charge in relation to it. 

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